Investigation continues into Friday traffic fatality

Saturday, July 15, 2023

The Brazil Police Department is still investigating a Friday afternoon traffic accident involving the death of a child.

Due to the pending investigation, details are limited.

However, Brazil Assitant Chief Dennis Archer was able to confirm some details.

The accident occurred shortly after 4 p.m. in a private drive on the northeast side of Brazil.

Members of BPD and Brazil Fire Department, along with STAR Ambulance, responded.

Family and first responders attempted life-saving measures, but the child did not survive.

The BPD and the Clay County Coroner’s Office are investigating.

The Indiana State Police assisted with the accident reconstruction.

Further details are unavailable at this time.

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