Bad early-morning wreck in Gallatin County: UPDATE
RIDGWAY—A possible drunk driving accident this morning outside of Ridgway lead to a young area man being injured in yet a second accident, and he remains hospitalized in very serious condition.
According to sources in the area, Michael Rapada (son of Carrier Mills-area wrestler Mike “Colorado Kid” Rapada), 23, of Ridgway, was a passenger in a vehicle being driven by Derek Lane (NOT Eric Lane, as originally reported), age not immediately available (although our sources say both of them are of legal drinking age). Both had apparently been drinking and were taking the back roads around Ridgway to get home.
Somewhere on Soybean Road, the vehicle ended up in a ditch.
Rapada reportedly left Lane, who was apparently passed out, in the vehicle and went walking to get help. Our sources aren’t sure why this is the case, as they had a cell phone and could have called for help, unless they simply didn’t want to give anyone in law enforcement the heads-up; reportedly, Rapada is a nephew of Ridgway police chief Mike Kitchens.
Rapada was either slightly injured or still under the influence of something, as, once he got out to the Shawneetown/New Haven road, he either passed out or fell asleep. At around 3:42 a.m., Joyce Lynch, 58, of Ridgway and on her way to work, didn’t see Rapada in the road because of the fog, and struck him with her vehicle.
Rapada was very seriously injured (we’re understanding it was head and facial injuries) and was taken to Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, where we’re told he was not expected to live. However, he did, and was transferred to a hospital in Evansville where earlier this morning they were waiting on bone trauma specialists to come in and assess his condition.
So far they’ve determined he’s got a broken pelvis and other broken bones, having been crushed underneath Lynch’s car then dragged 75 yards before she could come to a stop. Right now the physicians have reportedly implanted a probe in his brain to detect activity, this after surgery to relieve three spots of bleeding on the brain.
We’ll keep you posted as we learn more.
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on Jul 9 2011. Filed under Breaking, Gallatin.
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I have learned that Rapada has no car and it belonged to Lane,And that Lane was the driver.
I have learned that Rapada has no car and it belonged to Lane,And that Lane was the driver.
Please give all you can in prayers for Michels recovery because it dont look good at this time.
All famileys have been called togather to pray and hope for him.
Many prayers going out for him Moornner53! My goodness, how awful!!!
My prayers for Micheal and Joyce as well. I can only imagine what she is going through too.
So true! I would imagine she is so tore up about this, although she couldn’t help it. Many prayers for them too!!
Is Eric’s name actually Derek Lane? I have never heard of an Eric Lane. Does anyone have an update of Michael?
Mikchel is holding on but still in ICU and not responding,He does have some brain motion!
Mikchel is holding on but still in ICU and not responding,He does have some brain motion!
That’s good to hear. I don’t know him very well but his dad used to be a good friend of mine. If you see him(Mike Sr.) tell him I said hi.
That’s great to hear..Do you have an update as of this morning? I hope he is improving!
Another sad story, But when are PPL going to learn they CANT drink/drug an drive ?? I have lost so many friends an classmates to this it almost makes me sick when I hear another story. If you do drink an drive, its just a matter of time something Bad is going to happen, from DUI to Death.
I have to say I totally agree with that statement as I have seen many of my friends and even a few loved ones do this and somehow it always turned out tragically in one way or another!
Being a drunk pedestrian on a public roadway is messed up too.
Yes i was told this morning that it was Derek Lane and he was found on Wilson Road away from the car.
There was also a fatal accident Saturday in Saline county on Union Grove Road about a half mile east of route 34. A small pickup ran of the gravel road, thru the corner of a corn field, and into a 8 or 9 foot ditch with about 2 feet of water in. When found, a woman was face down in the water outside the truck. Don’t know names of those involved (well maybe, but not sure) so have to wait for more details.
There was also a fatal accident Saturday in Saline county on Union Grove Road about a half mile east of route 34. A small pickup ran of the gravel road, thru the corner of a corn field, and into a 8 or 9 foot ditch with about 2 feet of water in. When found, a woman was face down in the water outside the truck. Don’t know names of those involved (well maybe, but not sure) so have to wait for more details.
Rapada is still the same with no improvement,Still in a coma.
Moonrner53 thank U for the updates…my kids at one time were close friends with Michael and when he was a teen has been to my home..he was always so polite and sweet..I know he has drinking/drug issues but he has a gentle spirit..please continue with the updates..my prayers are with him and his family..
Moonrner53 thank U for the updates…my kids at one time were close friends with Michael and when he was a teen has been to my home..he was always so polite and sweet..I know he has drinking/drug issues but he has a gentle spirit..please continue with the updates..my prayers are with him and his family..
Vital signs had improved as of this morning but he remains in a coma.Heard that Derek Lane was issued 5 tickets but dont know what for.Maybe Jack or Ang can check that out in GC.
We’ll be there later this week, so we’ll get em, and probably produce something for the print version at the very least, unless it’s a slow news week here at the site and we do an update.
Thanks Moonrner! Vitals improving is a good sign..I hope he recovers fully with no long term affects from it..
At the risk of sounding “cold hearted” a ticket should be issued to Rapada as well.
Vital signs had improved as of this morning but he remains in a coma.Heard that Derek Lane was issued 5 tickets but dont know what for.Maybe Jack or Ang can check that out in GC.
Vital signs had improved as of this morning but he remains in a coma.Heard that Derek Lane was issued 5 tickets but dont know what for.Maybe Jack or Ang can check that out in GC.
S&S i also found out today that there is no insurance of any kind to pay the hospital bills.The lady who ran over him has had a break down and in Harrisburg,s hospital. She not at fault but still cant get over it.So prayers need to go to Joyce too!
Joyce is a person i knew when we were kids,We are the same age,The familey dont blame her but i know its got to be hard to think of running over a person.
Oh my goodness! I can only imagine how this must weigh so heavy on her heart. Many prayers for her too. Bless her heart, she didn’t mean to! I am sure that very instant keeps running through her mind and will haunt her for quite some time to come. I remember traveling those roads in Gallatin at 5am and how foggy it would be. It always scared me because I couldn’t see 20 feet ahead of me.
I traveled them due to work, btw..I would get to my first client around 6am. I knew it was always foggy in Gallatin Co. Some places worse than others. A couple of places that I would have to turn onto a busier highway would scare me so bad because of the fog and the cornfields being so high. I’d pull onto them with a wing and a prayer.
Oh my goodness! I can only imagine how this must weigh so heavy on her heart. Many prayers for her too. Bless her heart, she didn’t mean to! I am sure that very instant keeps running through her mind and will haunt her for quite some time to come. I remember traveling those roads in Gallatin at 5am and how foggy it would be. It always scared me because I couldn’t see 20 feet ahead of me.
I have always feared doing something like this myself and have always said I didnt think I could live with running someone over even if it wasnt technically my fault. I can only imagine what she is going thru as well and hope she pulls out of it.
Moonrner, any update on this young man or how Joyce is doing?
I been gone most of the day,When i hear from someone ill post it.But hope he is better
Keep us informed Moonrner. I have read your posts everyday since I found out about this horrible accident that happened to my friend. I have been out of contact with him for about the last year or so, since I moved to Evansville. But he used to stay at my house in Shawneetown frequently. So, you are the only way that I have been finding out how he is. Keep us posted and I will check in everyday.
There was no change today in Michels condition.But Dr. said he may have brain damage.Wont know until he wakes up if he does.
My goodness..I hope he wakes up with no brain damage at all! Any word on how Joyce is doing? I’m sure she knows it wasn’t her fault, but the image and sickness from it all just can not leave her mind and heart! Just so sad for everyone.
Well, I do know cell phone reception East of Ridgway is basicly zilch!! Not too good in town even. If you get in the “right” area, sometimes you will bounce off a Ky tower. They really need to address that problem…but havent in years. Moonrner53…are you from Gallatin Cty too? I grew up North/East of Ridgway…lived down what is called “Wilson Road” now…where other boy was found, I think it said. News clip I seen said the wreck was back from Asbury area…which is further down the road from Wilson Road. (North) I also know Joyce…hate this for her. Sorry for all involved…period. Thanks for keeping ppl updated about Michael.
Well, I do know cell phone reception East of Ridgway is basicly zilch!! Not too good in town even. If you get in the “right” area, sometimes you will bounce off a Ky tower. They really need to address that problem…but havent in years. Moonrner53…are you from Gallatin Cty too? I grew up North/East of Ridgway…lived down what is called “Wilson Road” now…where other boy was found, I think it said. News clip I seen said the wreck was back from Asbury area…which is further down the road from Wilson Road. (North) I also know Joyce…hate this for her. Sorry for all involved…period. Thanks for keeping ppl updated about Michael.
Brain pressure was down to 6 today,And that is great,Vital signs are good and he acts like he gets mad when they move him.He is still in a coma but improveing everyday.
His grandma keeps saying brain damage but its a head injury,She has brain damage.
Havent heard anything about Joyce but hope she is better.
That is wonderful news! Thank you for keeping us updated..Moonrner.
Wow….that’s awesome, Moonrner. & Joyce is in our thoughts and prayers…I have nightmares about running people over like that, and there being nothing I can do about it. I can’t imagine what she’s going through.
And Liz i was raised in GC,Equality and ran all of the towns in my younger years,A lot of Old town and Ridgway.
Up date as of this morning,Michels health is improveing.He off the resperator and breathing on his own.His mother spoke to him and he squeesed her hand and wouldnt let go.He also turned his head some,Although he is still not awake that is good progress for him.
And prayers keep on being answered,His grandmother who was useing a walker to get around the hospital was able to put it aside when her daughters showed up at the hospital.
God works in great ways!
Up date as of this morning,Michels health is improveing.He off the resperator and breathing on his own.His mother spoke to him and he squeesed her hand and wouldnt let go.He also turned his head some,Although he is still not awake that is good progress for him.
And prayers keep on being answered,His grandmother who was useing a walker to get around the hospital was able to put it aside when her daughters showed up at the hospital.
God works in great ways!
Moonrner, That is awesome news all the way around! Thank you for keeping us updated. I sure hope Mrs. Lynch receives word of this and that she is doing better as well. God is great, without a doubt!
His mother??
My wife and sister are at the hospital today and i will update anything they find out about his progresse
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DISQUS IS GONNNNNNNNNNNNNE!!!!!!!!
Everybody can come back now…give your regular handles and passwords a try, idk how for sure this works after the switchover…..THANKS CHRIS!!
Jack, one question..Do we have to logout and login everytime we shut our computers down? I can’t remember, but I don’t think I ever logged out before with the one before Disqus. YAAAAH…Disqus went bye-bye!
Idk. It’s really acting bizarre on this end…just keep trying it & see where it goes.
Jack, I didn’t have any trouble at all registering and logging in. I bet it’s just updating everything on your end. I have noticed just within the last few minutes or so, that comments made prior to the changeover are showing up now.
Still can’t get to posts, though.
Jack, it’s still changing things on my end and appears to be putting comments in order and stuff. It’s doing a different layout than it did even before Disqus, but really, I like it a whole lot better than any program and layout that you guys have had!
Well, let’s see if I am smart to do this.Had to create a new account.
Yes! The “Ghost” is back. We wuv the Ghost. And we respect the Ghost as well! Hopefully he still serves a spot of tea when he captures someone. I hope we’re able to make it to the book signing too! Idk..hubby doesn’t like anything he can’t understand especially paranormal activities. We’ll be around that area and I really want to get the book. I’ll just tell him I want some E-town catfish. That’ll do it. We were just talking about heading to the river this weekend.
Jack..Ooops, I knew I would have another question..lol..Does this mean our Ghost will be back too? I’ve missed our Ghost..
I must say, I will miss the edit button with Disqus, but that’s all! THANKS for switching it back Chris!!! Now, maybe, everyone won’t have any trouble posting their comments..
Since my last post is in moderation, I’ll take a guess and say YES.
Ya I noticed that to I couldnt even get hello to go thru without a moderation…maybe its fixed now.
The program has to recognize everyone’s IPs anew. It may be awhile before there isn’t any moderation. But at least I can tell when someone is stuck in moderation….with disqus, it could take DAYS for me to figure it out. and yes, the Ghost is back….he’s just not commenting right now out of respect for the fact that we’re working our hinies off trying to get to the book signing this Saturday with Bruce & Michael & Sandy (and perhaps a couple of ghosts….)
PICK, So you were the 1st one that the “Ghost” captured? LOL..I haven’t made it to the Burg yet. Did you send a copy of what you were gonna? Hopefully, I’m guessing right on who this is!
The Ghost just grabbed my comment..lol..guess he got tired of holding you and O.F. captive.
WOOHOO HOO HOO HOO!
Moderation…Again?
I couldn’t figure out what I said to honk you off for a while when I went from being me to anonymous… if only this would have happened to me on the IRS’ database.
LOL..They’ve been wanting to get away from Disqus almost immediately after it was started. There were too many post commenters who were not able to post their comments. They just had to wait for Chris to find the time to change it. I’m glad he did..
Not sure I am gonna like this switch but hope it doesnt mean we are gonna moderate every thing like WOOHOO HOO HOO HOO!
HELLO ALL!
To all of Michael Rapada’s supporters he has been moved to Chicago Due to his grandma wanting to live off of her daughter and collect any monies she can from Micheal. Due to this i wont be able to up date any info .Her greed has took over and she see,s away to make money from his accident she is going for it.I hate to say it but it,s true,I dont even know what hospital he is been sent to and she dont eather,
If i do hear anything ill will post it,He is sent to burn unit.It could have been ST.Louis or Nashville.
Oh my goodness! How sad is it that anyone would use something so horrible as this to their own advantage to make money! :o: I would just thankful that he is alive and improving! We’ll keep praying for all of them though, even and especially his grandma. Greed! One of the seven deadly sins..so sad in a situation such as this. =( This young man has been fighting for his life and someone sees a way to make money from it. His own family member..Wow! Thank you for letting us know about him..
HIYA Sweets! Whatcha doin today? “besides roasting”
Hi there O.F., Just sitting back right now, chillin and listening to some 80′s music on SiriusXM..
O.F., I’m gonna go back out and roast some more here shortly when I get cooled off…lol. The pool water is like bath water right now with all of this hot weather, so I think I’m gonna add some cold water or ice to it. Need to cool off every now and then though. It is hotter than the :p ..Speaking of ice, did you ever make any home(lol)made ice cream?
Ya we all need some roastin I suppose I hate heat and have already experienced a mild heat stroke so I know what the heat can do to ya so just be careful and drink even though your swimmin u still dehydrate
No I never made ice cream its been busy since the heatwave struck so no time for playin.
Oh my! That isn’t good! I don’t over do it in this heat. I have been drinking tons of water and may have to go get some more tomorrow! I know when to come in and cool off. I actually did over do it a lil bit last week just piddling in the garden and pool. I didn’t heed to the warning signs my body was trying to tell me. I do now, for sure! Like to work on a tan, but not at the expense of getting sick. NO WAY! I ended up with a heat headache that lasted a couple of days and didn’t even go outside. Well, I tried, but every time I would, my head would just pound! You will find time to make ice cream when this heatwave backs off. You take care of yourself too!! Stay cool..
Pick, of course you’re smart enough to do this! If you’re who I am thinking you are, I didn’t make it to the burg today to pick up what you copied for Jack. Also, you are smart enough to change you avatar whenever you wanna. I NEVER have figured out how you used to do that. GRRRR….I’ve been checking some out, but I like mine. I don’t know what it means, but it’s smiling…
There is one copy at Stanleys right now for Jack. I told John that you might be in to borrow it. I only got one copy made up last night.
Not gonna be there til about a week from now….hope it doesn’t fall into a deep fryer….or a smoker….but thanks so much!!
Not a prob, Pick. I didn’t want you to go to any trouble. I certainly appreciate it, but I don’t want to take a chance on anything happening to it. It would be my luck that it would so I’ll just leave it there for Jack. John will take care of it for him, I know. Thank you though!
That’ll work out good. Sweets can watch it and take it back before you ever get down here. \YOU’RE WELCOME
Hey Pick, The Ghost grabbed me again!
HI Ghost! How are you this fine evening? How bout a spot of tea while I’m being held captive? Thank you..
Pick, the Ghost got my last comment..lol
Hi Ghost! How are you this fine evening? Are you serving a spot of tea while holding us captive? I’ll just grab a few snacks to go along with it.
Hi there Ghost! Spot of tea while I wait for you to let me go? I’ll grab a few snacks to go along with it..
brb..
Goodness! A life flight Heli or one of them just went right over my house very low! By the time I got out there to look, I could tell it was headed to the south, southeast. WOW! It was very low and very loud! It scared my dog and he never gets scared of Heli’s flying over.
S$S I got a update on Rapada,They are starting to take him slowly off his pain meds and start reconstructive surgery on parts of his body.So i quess that means he doing better.
Moonrner, Thank you! That is awesome news!! And YES! A very good sign that he is doing better..WONDERFUL!