October 15, 2019

Mike Tanner

KWAT Radio News

 

 

CLARK, S.D.—One person was killed this (Tuesday) morning in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 212, two miles east of Clark.

 

South Dakota Department of Public Safety spokesman Tony Mangan tells KWAT News the crash was reported at 7:24 a.m.

 

A 2017 Ford Explorer was westbound, crossed the center line, and collided with an eastbound pickup truck.

 

The Explorer was driven by a 29 year-old woman who was killed.

 

The pickup was driven by a 48 year-old man who was treated for minor injuries at Prairie Lakes Hospital.

 

There were no passengers in either vehicle. 

 

Both drivers were wearing seat belts, and no charges will be filed.

 

The names of those involved in the crash will be released later.

 

The South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating.