SULLIVAN CO. — An 18-year-old Jasonville man was arrested last week on felony charges stemming from a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred in Hymera on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the arrest of Daylan Near, who is facing charges of reckless homicide and criminal recklessness.

The crash occurred at the intersection of Jackson and Oak Streets in Hymera. The victim, 68-year-old Decker House of Hymera, was entrapped in his vehicle following the collision. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

According to earlier reports, the driver involved in the incident, Near, was also hospitalized with minor injuries.

Near was arrested on a warrant issued in connection with the fatal accident. He was taken into

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