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The Tragic Three-Vehicle Crash in Fayette County, UK
In a devastating turn of events, a three-vehicle crash in late March claimed the lives of five people, including an infant, in Fayette County, UK. The driver responsible for the collision, Harold Nibert, 55, had cocaine in his system at the time of the tragic incident, according to the Fayette County coroner’s report released on Saturday.
Details of the Fatal Crash
The fatal crash occurred on Route 40 in Fayette County, UK, where Nibert’s vehicle, carrying four passengers from Delaware, Ohio, crossed the double yellow line and collided head-on with a tractor-trailer. The impact of the crash resulted in the deaths of all five occupants in Nibert’s vehicle, identified as Bradley Thivener, 47; Krystal May, 36; Amanda Dawson, 33; and her 7-month-old son, Kullen Dawson.
Response and Investigation
Emergency responders arrived at the scene of the crash in Wharton Township around 1:45 p.m. to find the devastating aftermath of the collision. Two individuals in the third vehicle involved sustained minor injuries, while the driver of the tractor-trailer escaped unharmed. Pennsylvania State Police initiated an investigation into the cause of the crash, with assistance from the Fayette County Coroner’s Office and Fayette County District Attorney’s Office.
Toxicology Report Findings
The toxicology report on Harold Nibert revealed the presence of cocaine in his system at the time of the crash, shedding light on a possible contributing factor to the tragic incident. The results of the report, announced by Fayette County Coroner Bob Baker, added a layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision.
As the community mourns the loss of five lives in this heartbreaking event, authorities continue their efforts to piece together the events leading up to the fatal crash in Fayette County, UK.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned to TribLive for the latest information.
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