Victim leaves scene of Ripley County wreck, later found uninjured

(Photo: Friendship Volunteer Fire Department)

Ripley County, IN — First responders who were called to a one-car crash in Ripley County just before 6 am Monday had a mystery on their hands for a while.

The accident happened at the intersection of Olean Road and State Road 62 when the car went off the road and struck a utility pole.

When rescuers arrived on the scene, no one was inside the vehicle and a search was conducted to find the driver.

That person was later found but was not injured.

Responding agencies included the Ripley County Sheriff’s Office, the Friendship Volunteer Fire Department, and Affordable Todd Wrecker and Repair.

Ripley County EMS was en route when it was told to disregard.