Semi-Truck Sideswipe Crash on E 500 S

5/18/2026 · 7:54 AM

The following information is based on the police report, which may not always be accurate.

A sideswipe accident occurred on E 500 S in Tippecanoe County when a semi-truck traveling westbound failed to maintain its lane and collided with an eastbound SUV. The crash resulted in one injury. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts and no fire occurred.

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