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Fatality Accident @ SW 86th Road & Highway 41

DATE & TIME:  04-14-15   1729 hours     

 LOCATION: SW 86th  Road  and Hwy 41  

 OFFENSE: Fatality Accident         

 CASE #: 2015-1717              

 

On 04-14-15 at approximately 1729 hours, Clatonia Fire and Rescue and the Gage County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a single vehicle rollover accident at SW 86th and Hwy 41.

 

An investigation conducted at the scene indicated that a gold 2003 Chevrolet Blazer, driven by 22 year old Jacob Bridges of Dewitt, was traveling northbound on SW 86th Road approaching Hwy 41. The Blazer began to skid and rotate counter clockwise. The vehicle entered the west ditch and rolled over several times, ejecting Mr. Bridges. The Blazer came to rest on its wheels in the ditch south west of the intersection of SW 86th and Hwy 41. Mr. Bridges was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

Mr. Bridges was not wearing occupant restraints. It is unknown if alcohol was a factor. The accident is still under investigation.

 

Chief Deputy Douglas Klaus_________________________

 

 

Deputy John Patsch ________________________________