Speed is believed to be a factor in a crash that happened on Shively Road near Ash Road. The collision happened around 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9.

Evidence at the scene indicated that a Mitsubishi Eclipse was traveling westbound on Shively when the driver lost control of the vehicle.

The vehicle left the roadway, hit a mailbox, and then struck two pine trees.

An 18-year-old man from Nappanee who was riding in the car was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. He was last listed in critical condition.

The driver had just minor injuries.

The Fatal Crash Team was called to handle the investigation.