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Leake Co. man dies after crashing into creek

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RANKIN COUNTY, MS (Mississippi News Now) -

A Carthage man was killed in a one vehicle accident overnight in Rankin County.

According to the Rankin County Sheriff's Department, Brelan Alexander, 83, was traveling on Andrew Chapel Road when his 2008 Chevrolet Colorado left the roadway and crashed into a creek. 

Family members began searching for Alexander when he did not arrive on time Tuesday night.  

Deputies were also called in to help search, along with Metro One. At around 1 a.m., Alexander's vehicle was located by law enforcement.  

Authorities say he succumbed to the injuries he sustained during the accident. 

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