Fatal Accident On HWY 185 Claims Life of Brownsville Man

Edmonson Voice Staff Report
The Warren County Sheriff's Department has reported that an injury collision at 10438 Kentucky Hwy 185 claimed the life of a Brownsville man on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 around 4:30pm.

Officials said a 2002 Hyundai Accent operated by Joey Vincent (57 of Brownsville) entered into the oncoming lane of a 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche operated by John Staugaitis (45 of Brownsville). According to the report, Vincent succumbed to his injuries sustained in the collision and was pronounced dead at the scene by the Warren County Coroners Office.

Authorities said that Staugaitis was transported by ambulance to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries. It was also reported that an accident reconstructionist was called to assist in the investigation.

Assisting the Warren County Sheriff's Office at the scene was the Richardsville Fire Department, along with the Bowling Green Fire Department, and Medical Center EMS.

Speed is not believed to be a factor at this time and the investigation is on-going.

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