Spencerville, IN (April 29, 2025) – A tragic crash involving a semi-truck and an SUV claimed the life of 19-year-old Kaiya Elle Bontrager of Spencerville Tuesday morning, authorities confirmed.
Incident Details: The collision occurred shortly after 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of Hall Road (S.R. 101) and Campbell Road. According to the Allen County Sheriff’s Department, Bontrager was driving westbound on Campbell Road when she pulled into the path of a semi traveling along S.R. 101. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The semi-truck driver was transported to the hospital in serious condition.
Investigation and Legal Considerations: The crash is being investigated by the Allen County Sheriff’s Department, with authorities working to determine the exact circumstances that led to the fatal collision. At this time, no further contributing factors have been announced, and the incident has been ruled an accident by the coroner’s office.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Kaiya Elle Bontrager during this difficult time.