Benson County, ND – A 72-year-old man from Leeds was killed Monday morning in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 2, about six miles west of Leeds, according to the North Dakota Highway Patrol.
The crash occurred around 10:12 a.m. when a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado, traveling westbound, rear-ended a 2007 International semi-truck that was pulling a trailer loaded with corn. Investigators say the semi had just turned onto Highway 2 from Highway 281 and was accelerating when it was struck from behind.
According to the Highway Patrol, the pickup driver, identified as a 72-year-old man from Leeds, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead after being transported to CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake Hospital. The semi driver, a 34-year-old man from Fessenden, was not injured.
Authorities reported the roadway was wet but weather conditions were clear at the time of the collision. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts, officials said.
The North Dakota Highway Patrol, Benson County Sheriff’s Office, Leeds Fire, and Leeds Ambulance responded to the scene. The crash remains under investigation by the Highway Patrol.
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