Fatal OWI Crash
Indiana Woman Charged With OWI and Meth Possession Following Fatal Crash
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A 45-year-old Indiana woman is facing felony charges after her SUV struck and killed a man in an electric wheelchair on Fort Wayne's West Coliseum Boulevard around 10 p.m. on September 7, 2026, according to KCTV5. Kandice Kay Baker is accused of operating while intoxicated causing death and possessing methamphetamine. Emergency responders administered life-saving measures, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
How the Crash Unfolded
The collision occurred in the 3200 block of West Coliseum Boulevard near Goshen Road when Baker's SUV hit the man from behind as he traveled through the center of the roadway in his electric wheelchair, WFSB reported. The incident happened late at night, raising questions about visibility and the victim's position on a busy traffic corridor. First responders from the Fort Wayne Fire Department and Three Rivers Ambulance Authority responded immediately but could not save the man's life.
Baker Faces Serious Felony Charges
Baker was booked into the Allen County Jail on September 8, 2026, facing charges including operating while intoxicated causing death and drug possession, according to WAND-TV. Under Indiana law, this charge carries severe penalties — potentially multiple years in prison if she is convicted. She is being held without bond as the investigation continues into the circumstances of the deadly crash.
Questions About Road Safety for Wheelchair Users
The crash highlights safety gaps for people using motorized wheelchairs on busy roads, especially late at night. West Coliseum Boulevard is an arterial roadway that may lack adequate sidewalk and crosswalk access in some areas, making it risky for pedestrians and micro-mobility users, Fox Carolina noted. The incident raises broader concerns about how cities can better protect vulnerable road users traveling through traffic-heavy corridors after dark.
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