85-Year-Old Man Dies in Crash Near Wabash

Authorities say the man's car turned into the path of an oncoming pickup truck.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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An 85-year-old man from Marion, Indiana died on Sunday after the car he was driving collided with a pickup truck south of Wabash. According to Indiana State Police, the man's car turned into the path of the oncoming truck for an unknown reason. The couple in the pickup truck were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and authorities said drugs and alcohol were not factors in the crash.

Why it matters

This tragic accident highlights the risks older drivers can face on the roads, especially when making turns or lane changes. It also underscores the importance of defensive driving and being alert for unexpected maneuvers by other vehicles.

The details

Police say Dennis Stroup, 85, was driving northbound on State Road 15 near County Road 700 South when his car turned into the path of an oncoming pickup truck. Stroup was taken to the hospital but later pronounced dead. The couple in the pickup truck, Larry Walker, 76, and Sharon Walker, 72, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

  • The crash occurred on Sunday, February 23, 2026.

The players

Dennis Stroup

An 85-year-old man from Marion, Indiana who died in the crash.

Larry Walker

A 76-year-old who was driving the pickup truck and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Sharon Walker

A 72-year-old who was a passenger in the pickup truck and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

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The takeaway

This tragic accident underscores the importance of older drivers being extra cautious and alert when operating a vehicle, as well as the need for all drivers to practice defensive driving techniques to avoid collisions.