Lawsuit Filed in Death of Delaware County Cpl. Blake Reynolds

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A lawsuit has been filed by the widow of Delaware County Cpl. Blake Reynolds, who was killed while assisting a stranded motorist on I-69 in November 2025. The lawsuit names multiple parties, including the trucking companies and drivers involved in the fatal collision, alleging negligence and wrongful death.

Why it matters

This case highlights the dangers faced by law enforcement officers who respond to roadside emergencies, as well as the potential legal consequences for commercial vehicle operators whose actions contribute to such tragic incidents. The outcome of this lawsuit could set precedents around liability in similar cases.

The details

On November 12, 2025, Cpl. Blake Reynolds was helping a disabled semi-truck on I-69 near Gaston when his patrol vehicle was struck by another semi-truck. Reynolds was outside his vehicle at the time and was killed in the collision. His widow, Allison Reynolds, is now suing Parrish Dedicated Services, Parrish Leasing Inc., A&G Deliverers LLC, the driver of the disabled semi, and the driver of the semi that hit Reynolds. The lawsuit alleges the drivers were negligent in their actions, including operating while fatigued, failing to maintain control of their vehicles, and failing to properly warn other drivers of the hazard.

• On November 12, 2025, Cpl. Blake Reynolds was killed while assisting a stranded motorist on I-69 near Gaston, Indiana.
• On January 30, 2026, Allison Reynolds filed a wrongful death lawsuit against multiple parties involved in the fatal crash.

What’s next

The lawsuit demands a jury trial, and the outcome could set precedents around liability in similar cases involving law enforcement officers assisting stranded motorists.