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  Avon, IN — A vehicle accident reported just before 5 p.m. Wednesday, September 30, sent a vehicle off the roadway and into the Fazoli’s sign just west of US-36 and Dan Jones Road in Avon. The crash caused a temporary shutdown of US-36 eastbound as emergency crews responded to the scene. Westbound traffic was also reduced to one lane, causing traffic delays in the area. Several medics were dispatched to the scene. It is currently unclear how many people were injured or the extent of any injuries.

  Clayton, IN — Fire crews from Plainfield, Brownsburg, and Decatur Township were dispatched Saturday afternoon at 3:55pm to the I-70 overpass at IN-39 in Clayton following reports of a tanker truck that had tipped over onto its side. Emergency crews were also dispatched to the scene for a large spill involving the tanker. The extent of any injuries is currently unknown.

  Avon, IN — A single vehicle crashed into a power pole this evening at E County Rd 100 N and Miller Ln in Avon. An off duty Avon Police officer reported the crash around 6:12 PM . No other vehicles were involved. Avon Fire Department was dispatched to the scene to check for injuries and assess the situation. The extent of any injuries is unknown at this time.

  Plainfield, IN — A semi truck brought down multiple power poles Monday evening on Kain Street just off Avon Avenue, causing damage to at least six homes. The crash left several utility poles snapped or leaning across the area, with wires stretched across the roadway and nearby properties. The semi remained at the scene as the damage was being assessed. At least six homes sustained damage as a result of the incident. 

  Brownsburg, IN — Emergency crews responded to a serious crash Thursday afternoon after a vehicle went off the I-74 westbound overpass near Raceway Road and landed on the railroad tracks below. The crash occurred at approximately 4:15 p.m. Firefighters from the Brownsburg, Avon, and Speedway Fire Departments responded to the scene along with the Indiana State Police. Due to the vehicle's location on the railroad tracks, CSX temporarily halted train traffic while first responders conducted rescue operations and crews worked to safely recover the vehicle. During the evening commute, traffic on I-74 westbound backed up to I-465 as the interstate was reduced to one lane while emergency personnel remained on scene. Witnesses at the scene reported seeing the Indiana State Police take one person into custody. However, the reason for the detention has not been officially confirmed , and authorities have not released additional details regarding that aspect of the incident. Recovery c...

 Avon, IN — Residents wondering why little work appears to be taking place at the 10th Street and Raceway Road roundabout project now have an answer. According to the Town of Avon, crews discovered an uncharted clay sanitary sewer line in a critical area where underground road construction must begin. Before roadwork can continue, the sewer line must be relocated. The discovery helps explain why many residents have reported seeing little activity at the construction site in recent weeks despite the intersection remaining closed. Town officials said the sewer relocation requires engineering design, regulatory approvals, and specialized construction work before road construction can resume. Avon recently reported that design work has been completed and preparations are underway to relocate the line. Officials also stated that utility relocation work being performed by three utility companies is continuing as planned and is not expected to delay the overall project. When the intersec...

  Danville, IN — A Hendricks County Sheriff’s Deputy was involved in a serious crash Thursday morning at the intersection of US-36 and County Road 300 East. According to initial reports, the deputy’s vehicle collided with a pickup truck around 11:30 a.m. Multiple units from Danville Police and Fire responded to the scene. At this time, officials have not released information regarding the extent of any injuries sustained in the crash. The cause of the accident also remains under investigation. Photo Credit: Gage Jones

Avon, IN — A crash was reported at the intersection of US-36 and Raceway Road at approximately 3:16 p.m. Thursday. Avon Police, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, Avon Fire Department, and Wayne Township Fire Department responded to the scene. No official information has been released. According to observations at the scene, a vehicle traveling southbound on Raceway Road may have struck a vehicle waiting in the left-turn lane for US-36. The vehicle then appeared to continue eastbound on US-36 in the wrong direction for approximately 500 feet before leaving the roadway and striking a parked vehicle and a semi truck in the Five Guys/AT&T parking lot. These details are based on scene observations and have not been confirmed by authorities. Two medic units were dispatched. Information regarding injuries has not been released.

 Lizton, IN — Several accidents were reported earlier today along State Route 39 between Lizton and New Brunswick as winter weather created dangerous driving conditions. Snow combined with strong winds led to near whiteout conditions in the area, with visibility dropping to almost zero at times. The rapidly changing conditions contributed to multiple crashes along the stretch of highway. Authorities confirmed at least two separate incidents involving semi trucks. One crash involved a head-on collision between a semi and a passenger vehicle. In another instance, a semi was reported jackknifed along the roadway. Photo Credit: Chris York

 Early this evening, Hendricks County law enforcement responded to a rapid series of hit‑and‑run crashes, with three separate incidents reported within a two‑hour window. The first crash occurred in Plainfield near the Chick‑fil‑A at approximately 5:48 PM. No injuries were reported, and the incident involved property damage only. A second, unrelated hit‑and‑run was reported at 6:55 PM near the McDonald’s on Cambridge Way, also in Plainfield. Like the first, this crash resulted in property damage but no injuries. Then, just about a half hour later at 7:25 PM, another hit‑and‑run was reported in Avon at Dan Jones Rd & County Road 100 N. This incident also appears to involve property damage only. At this time, no suspects have been located or detained in connection with any of the three crashes. The Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office is investigating all incidents. Kiwi News Network will continue to monitor updates as they become available.

 I-465 just east of the Indianapolis Airport, near the US-40 exit, is currently completely shut down following a semi-truck fire. Emergency crews are on scene, and significant delays are expected in the area. Drivers are urged to avoid this stretch of interstate and use alternate routes while the situation is being handled.

 A serious multi-vehicle accident with entrapment was reported a little before 5:00 a.m. at the US-36 and I-465 interchange. Emergency crews from Wayne Township Fire responded to the scene, with the Avon Fire Department requested to assist due to the severity of the incident. Firefighters are currently working to free the individuals who were trapped and to secure the area. Drivers in the area should expect significant delays and are encouraged to use caution or seek alternate routes during the morning commute.

  Avon, IN – A crash around 8 a.m. this morning at 100 S and Ronald Regan Parkway caused major traffic issues for commuters in Avon. The accident shut down the southbound lanes of Ronald Regan Parkway , heavily affecting the morning commute as drivers faced long delays and were forced to find alternate routes. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and the roadway was eventually cleared after the vehicles were removed. The closure caused frustration for many heading to work and school. No additional details about injuries or the cause of the crash have been released at this time.