SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatal Sunday morning accident in Shawnee County.
Just after 12:30a.m., a 2004 Acura driven by a 19-year-old was southbound in the 8300 Block of Ratner Road when the driver lost control, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.
The Acura entered the west ditch, struck a culvert and rolled multiple times.
The front passenger, a 12-year-old boy, was ejected from the vehicle. Lifesaving procedures were performed; however he was pronounced deceased.The 19-year-old driver was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.
The sheriff's department reported no additional details Sunday afternoon.