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One man was killed in a multi-car crash in Owen County Monday night that closed State Road 46 for three hours.

Owen County Sheriff’s Office officials said 60-year-old Gary Staggs died after side-swiping a vehicle traveling toward his car. He then hit two other vehicles.

One other woman was taken to a local hospital for chest pains, and her 2-year-old granddaughter was taken to the hospital as a precaution. No other injuries were reported.

Owen County officials did not say what they believe caused the crash.