On Tuesday, January 2, 2006, at 8:45 p.m., the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company was alerted for a serious motor vehicle collision. Upon arrival of Deputy Chief Brian Hubbs, it was determined to have a single vehicle versus a pole. The vehicle's occupant was extensively trapped inside the vehicle. Firefighters made a valiant attempt at extricate the trapped occupant; however, he succumbed to his injuries before he could be removed. Indian River firefighters were in service for two hours and thirty one minutes. Indian Mission Road (State Route #5) was closed due to rescue efforts, repair of the pole, and investigation. The Delaware State Police are investigating. Additional information may be obtained via: http://www.wgmd.com/newspost/fullnews.php?id=2414 http://www.newsjournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070103/NEWS/70103001 http://www.newsjournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070104/NEWS/701040326/1006/NEWS http://miva.delawareonline.com/miva/cgi-bin/miva?obits.mv+65481