No intentional wrongdoing alleged in crash blamed for death of US Rep. Baird’s wife

West Virginia authorities have not alleged any wrongdoing against the driver blamed for the crash that badly injured Indiana Congressman Jim Baird and his wife.

By: Tom Davies

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: March 4, 2026

Words: 764

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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West Virginia authorities have not alleged any criminal wrongdoing against the driver blamed for the crash that badly injured Indiana Congressman Jim Baird and his wife.

A police report found the driver of another vehicle at fault but he has not been cited or charged.

Investigators will notify county prosecutors about the death of Danise Baird that occurred nearly two months after the Jan. 5 crash, said Mark Ralston, law enforcement administrator for the …

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