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Irwin man arrested on Vehicular Homicide charge

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August 10th, 2016 by admin

An Irwin man was arrested Wednesday afternoon in connection with a fatal car versus motorcycle accident that occurred last month, in Shelby County. Sheriff’s officials in Shelby County say 41-year old David Michael Hirsh was taken into custody on charges of felony Vehicular Homicide, and Reckless Driving, a simple misdemeanor.

The charges are the result of an investigation into an accident that happened Sunday evening, July 9th. Officials said 46-year old Cole Jon Andersen, of Irwin, died during the crash, when  the 2004 Yamaha motorcycle he was riding, was struck from behind by Hirsh’ 2017 Hyundai Elantra, as both vehicles were traveling south on Shelby County Road M-47, just south of 1700th Street.

Authorities say Hirsch may face additional charges, depending on test results being processed at the state Crime Lab.