Staff report
Bloomington, Indiana – October 12, 2023
An early morning collision claimed the life of a Bloomington woman on Thursday, as confirmed by Monroe County Coroner Joani Stalcup. The incident unfolded at approximately 2:50 a.m. in the 3900 block of E. 10th Street.
The driver of the vehicle, identified as 21-year-old Katherine Hurt, a resident of Bloomington, has died. The exact cause of her death is currently under investigation and will be determined following an autopsy scheduled for tomorrow, on October 13, 2023, in Terre Haute, according to Stalcup.
In the aftermath of the collision, some nearby residents reported a temporary power outage in the area. However, Duke Energy’s repair crews restored power by Thursday afternoon.
Details regarding the collision, including its cause, the presence of other injuries, and any additional vehicles involved, remain limited at this time. The Bloomingtonian will update this report as more information becomes available from official sources.
