Silver Lake Man Dies From Injures In Fulton County Crash
News Release
ROCHESTER — Nathan Baldridge, 26, Silver Lake, died from injuries sustained in a dirt bike accident Saturday, Oct. 10, in Fulton County.
Fulton County Sheriff Chris Sailors reports his office received a 911 call regarding a crash at 7:27 p.m. on CR 550N, near CR 600E. When officers arrived it was discovered it was a single vehicle crash involving an off-road vehicle – a dirt bike.
For an unknown reason, Baldridge lost control of the vehicle and was ejected. Life saving measures were attempted at the scene but were unsuccessful. Due to the extent of the injuries, Baldridge was pronounced dead at the scene. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
The crash is still under investigation. It is believed alcohol may be a contributing factor.
The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the crash with the assistance of the Fulton County Coroner Jeri Good. Other agencies assisting were Lutheran EMS and Mentone FIre/EMS.