Authorities have released the name of the boy who died in an ATV crash in Spencer County over the holiday weekend. WNIN’s John Gibson has the update:
Nine-year-old Xavier Dawson was riding a three-wheeled, all-terrain vehicle with an adult near the intersection of County Roads 1150-North and 1200-East -- near New Boston – Saturday evening.
First responders discovered the ATV off the road and both occupants ejected from the vehicle.
The sheriff’s office says first responders provided immediate medical care but nine-year-old Xavier died at the scene.
The adult was taken to Owensboro Memorial Hospital with severe injuries. There was no word on the man’s name.
Investigators say neither was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
An investigation continues.