Anderson Man In Serious Condition After Motorcycle Accident Monday
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PIERCETON – Kosciusko County officials are currently investigating a vehicular traffic crash south of Pierceton that has left one man in serious condition. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Dept. deputies and emergency personnel responded Monday at 2:13 p.m. to the intersection of Ind. 13 and CR 500E in regards to a reported vehicular crash, according to a press release from the KCSD. Larry W. Bidwell, 53, Anderson, was found in critical condition after a collision involving his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Bidwell was airlifted from the scene by helicopter, and transported to Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne, with severe head and internal injuries. After undergoing surgery Monday, Bidwell was listed in serious but stable condition today. Kosciusko County Fatal Alcohol Crash Team members stated that a preliminary investigation into the crash has determined that Bidwell had been traveling southbound on Ind. 13. A 2003 Dodge Caravan, driven by Sarah A. Wood, 34, Warsaw, was northbound on Ind. 13, when she suddenly turned into the path of Bidwell at the intersection of CR 500E. Wood was purportedly not injured in the crash, the press release states. Officers stated that the crash is still currently under investigation. Kosciusko County FACT was assisted at the scene by members of the Pierceton Fire Department, Multi-Township EMS, Pierceton Police Department, Sidney Fire Department and the KCSD.
