3 arrested after 17-year-old found dead in apparent shooting, car crash in southern Indiana

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Salem, Indiana
8000 block of South Big Springs Road
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Salem Indiana in Salem, Indiana: A 17‐year‐old was found dead inside a car after an apparent shooting and subsequent crash on South Big Springs Road between Salem and Palmyra, Washington County, Indiana. Three suspects were arrested on felony charges related to the incident.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Hunter Blaine Rowley Passenger Fatal

Original reporting

3 arrested after 17-year-old found dead in apparent shooting, car crash in southern Indiana | Crime Reports | wdrb.com

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