Kentucky State Police Investigate Fatal Collision in Grant County
Dry Ridge, Ky. (June 18, 2024) – On June 9, 2024 at 11:03 p.m. Trooper Dicken observed a black BMW speeding on I-75 in Grant County at the 148-mile marker. Trooper Dicken activated his emergency equipment to conduct a traffic stop but, the BMW failed to stop reaching excessive speeds. Trooper Dicken lost sight of the vehicle and discontinued the pursuit. While traveling northbound on I-75 Trooper Dicken located the black BMW which had struck a silver KIA passenger car at the 153-mile marker. Jody Miller (47) was the operator of the BMW. The driver and passenger of the KIA were pronounced deceased at the scene. Mr. Miller has been charged with Operating a motor vehicle under the influence first offense, Vehicular Homicide when under the influence of alcohol, Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree (Police Officer), Fleeing or Evading 1st Degree and Speeding over 26 MPH of the speed limit. KSP was assisted at the scene by Grant County Sheriff’s Office, Williamstown PD, Grant County EMS, Grant County Fire, Grant County Coroner’s Office.
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