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On June 26, 2026, at approximately 5:30 a.m., ISP Trooper James Wilkison, while on routine patrol, came upon the scene of a recent accident where a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle.
A preliminary investigation by Trooper Wilkison determined that a 2014 Chrysler Pacifica, driven by Tracy Turner, 51, of Kokomo, was traveling eastbound on Sycamore Street near Ind. 931. Turner’s vehicle struck a pedestrian, identified as Brisjonta Richmond, 21, of Kokomo, who was riding an electric scooter.
Further investigation indicated that Richmond was wearing dark, non-reflective clothing, the electric scooter was not street-legal, and it lacked proper lighting.
Life-saving measures were performed at the scene, and Richmond was airlifted to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. Despite medical efforts, Richmond later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by medical staff. The family of the deceased has been notified. Turner was not injured.
The investigation remains ongoing. At this time, alcohol and drugs are not believed to be factors in the crash, though toxicology results are pending. No further information is available at this time.
Trooper Wilkison was assisted on the scene by officers from the Kokomo Police Department and Ascension EMS.