STARKE COUNTY, Ind. -- The Starke County Sheriff's Office reports deputies responded to the area of Range Road and C.R. 250 N. Sunday morning for a single-vehicle crash.

The initial investigation determined a 1997 Chevrolet Blazer was traveling south on Range Road north of C.R. 250 N., when it left the road, striking several trees.

Deputies found the vehicle unoccupied.

Authorities then contacted the Blazer's registered owner and learned the owner’s son, 18-year-old Logan Cooke of Walkerton, had been driving the wrecked vehicle.

Other individuals were contacted to find Cooke. Authorities and friends then conducted an area search.

During the search, an unoccupied residence with its door ajar was found on C.R. 250 N. just west of the crash.

First responders entered the home and found Cooke dead inside.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding the crash is encouraged to contact the Starke County Sheriff’s Office at (574)772-3771.

The Oregon-Davis School Corporation released the following statement regarding Cooke's death:

"Dear Families,

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that one of our seniors, Logan Cooke, passed away following a traffic accident early Sunday morning. Our hearts go out to the Cooke family and their loved ones during this unimaginable time. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate the days ahead. Being a small and caring community, we will have counselors from Oregon-Davis, Knox, North Judson, and other regional agencies available for both students and staff beginning Monday morning at the high school. We encourage anyone who needs support to reach out — no one is alone in this. We know that this news will affect each of us differently. Grief can come in many forms — sadness, shock, anger, or confusion — and all are normal reactions. We encourage you to take care of yourself and to look out for one another in the coming days. Thank you all for your continued strength, kindness, and compassion as we support one another through this difficult time.

With heartfelt sympathy,

William Bennett

Superintendent Oregon-Davis School Corporation"