South Dakota

Teen Killed in Accident at I-90 near Summerset, SD

Published on: July 17, 2023

Date of Accident
July 15, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-90, Summerset, SD, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a teen at I-90 near Summerset, SD on July 15th, 2023. Police say the incident happened as a semi-truck that was previously parked in a shoulder was attempting to merge back onto the road. Police say the truck was struck from the rear by a Kia Sportage, leaving the 16-year-old driver with fatal injuries. A 17-year-0ld passenger was hospitalized with suspected life-threatening injuries. Authorities say the semi-truck operator was not injured and had no additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
South Dakota Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Kia Sportage, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-90
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), life-threatening injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Kia Sportage collided with the rear of a semi-truck during a lane merge

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