Man sentenced to 3 years for deadly Indianapolis crash

Gareth Henderson convicted of causing death while driving intoxicated

Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:24am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car windshield reflecting the harsh glare of a camera flash, conceptually representing the aftermath of a fatal drunk driving collision.The wreckage from a deadly drunk driving crash exposes the human toll of impaired driving in Indianapolis.Indianapolis Today

Gareth Henderson, 26, was convicted in the Marion County Superior Court on a charge of causing death when operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. He was sentenced to 3 years in prison for his role in a January 2025 crash that killed his passenger, Simone Pryor.

Why it matters

Impaired driving continues to be a major public safety issue, with fatal crashes involving alcohol or drugs remaining stubbornly high in Indianapolis and across Indiana. This case highlights the tragic consequences that can result from driving under the influence.

The details

According to court documents, Henderson was charged with two counts of causing death when operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, reckless homicide and driving while suspended. The crash occurred around 2 a.m. on January 9, 2025 in the 8800 block of East 10th Street, near North Post Road. Responding officers found Henderson and Pryor inside the car, and Pryor was later pronounced dead at a local hospital.

  • The crash occurred around 2 a.m. on January 9, 2025.
  • Henderson was convicted in the Marion County Superior Court on April 15, 2026.

The players

Gareth Henderson

A 26-year-old Indianapolis resident who was convicted of causing death when operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.

Simone Pryor

The passenger in Henderson's vehicle who was killed in the January 2025 crash.

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What’s next

Henderson will serve a 3-year sentence in the Indiana Department of Correction.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the devastating impact of impaired driving and the importance of addressing substance abuse and promoting safe driving behaviors to prevent future loss of life on Indianapolis roads.