Jamestown, IN — December 15, 2023, Joven Brookshire was injured in a truck accident at approximately 5:30 in the evening along Interstate 69.

According to authorities, 44-year-old Joven Brookshire was traveling in a northbound 18-wheeler on Interstate 69 in the vicinity of the I-80 overpass when the accident took place.

Joven Brookshire Injured in Truck Accident in Jamestown, IN

An 18-wheeler in the lane ahead had activated its hazard lights and slowed to a stop due to an alleged medical emergency. For unknown reasons, the vehicle occupied by Brookshire did not change course, resulting in a collision with the rear end of the halted 18-wheeler. The collision caused the rear-ended 18-wheeler to catch fire and Brookshire was entrapped in the wreckage. Upon arrival, emergency workers extricated Brookshire and put out the flames. Brookshire was taken to a local medical facility in order to receive treatment for the reportedly serious injuries he incurred during the wreck. No other injuries have been reported in connection with this accident.

Local authorities are actively investigating this incident. Weather and road conditions in the area at the time were not reported on. There is not currently any additional information available.

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