St. Joseph County Police Department officers and emergency medical service personnel responded to emergency 911 dispatch calls reporting a pedestrian struck by a vehicle along State Road 933 on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Responding officers located 65-year-old Duayne Jude lying unresponsive in the roadway suffering from severe collision injuries. First responders rendered emergency medical aid; however, Jude succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Law Enforcement Investigation and Arrest
St. Joseph County Fatal Crash Team (FACT) investigators closed the affected portion of State Road 933 for several hours to conduct physical scene reconstruction, collect vehicle debris markers, and map the roadway. Following investigative leads, officers located and arrested 25-year-old Dyneisha Bonds in connection with the fatal incident. Bonds was booked into the St. Joseph County Jail on preliminary felony charges of resisting law enforcement and leaving the scene of a crash resulting in death. Authorities maintain an active, ongoing investigation into the events leading up to the collision. Official post-mortem examinations and cause-of-death determinations are being completed under the jurisdiction of the St. Joseph County Coroner’s Office.
Tributes and Memorial Notices
News of Jude’s sudden passing brought deep sorrow to his family, friends, and community members throughout St. Joseph County. Loved ones remembered the 65-year-old resident for his personal connections, warm character, and lasting presence in the lives of those around him. Official announcements regarding public visitation hours, memorial services, and funeral arrangements will be released by authorized family representatives once plans are finalized.
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