Shoals man dies in ORV accident in Martin County

Martin Co. - Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a fatal off-road vehicle (ORV) accident that occurred yesterday afternoon in southeastern Martin County near Powell Valley Road. Martin County dispatch notified DNR.

Upon arrival Billy Joe Craft, 40, of Shoals was found unresponsive at the scene.

Initial investigation has revealed that for unknown reasons, Craft’s ORV left the roadway, striking a utility pole before coming to rest upside down.

The investigation into the accident is still ongoing.

Responding agencies included Indiana State Police, Martin County Sheriff’s Department, Martin County EMS, Orange County EMS, Lost River Fire Department, Martin County Coroner’s Office, and Indiana Conservation Officers.