
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, at approximately 9:09 p.m., Deputies with the Clinton County Sheriff's Office responded to a crash at the intersection of US 421 and County Rd 150 S.
Preliminary investigation shows that Vehicle 1, a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck, driven by Jose Gildardo Palacios Rafael, 36, of Cutler, was traveling eastbound on County Road 150 S. Vehicle 1 disregarded the stop sign, striking vehicle 2, a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee, driven by Billy Byrd, 61, of Frankfort. Vehicle 2 was traveling northbound on US 421, attempting to turn west onto County Road 150 S (Kelley Road).
The driver and passenger of vehicle 2 were transported to a hospital with minor injuries. Rafael was pronounced dead at the scene.
Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash. Official results for Rafael are pending toxicology.
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