Minden, NE (November 6, 2024) – A tragic two-vehicle accident occurred Tuesday morning in Kearney County, resulting in the death of a passenger. The collision was reported at approximately 10:18 a.m. at the intersection of County Road B and County Road 23, about two miles east of Wilcox.
According to the Kearney County Sheriff’s Office, the accident involved a truck driven by a 34-year-old man from Grand Island, which collided with an eastbound car operated by a 61-year-old woman from Axtell. Both drivers sustained serious injuries and were transported to CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney for medical treatment.
Tragically, a passenger in the truck, identified as 35-year-old Salvador Alvarado Reyes of Kearney, was pronounced dead at the scene. The sheriff’s office noted that seat belts were not in use in the vehicle he was in, while the driver of the car was wearing a seatbelt.
The Nebraska State Patrol, along with the Kearney County Sheriff’s Office and the Kearney County Attorney, are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Emergency responders, including firefighters from Wilcox and Hildreth, Good Samaritan EMS, and the Kearney County Roads Department, were called to assist at the scene.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Salvador Alvarado Reyes during this difficult time.
Vehicle Accidents in Nebraska
Vehicle accidents are a significant concern throughout Nebraska, with numerous incidents reported each year. According to the Nebraska Department of Transportation, thousands of individuals are injured in auto accidents annually, highlighting the importance of safe driving practices and the use of seatbelts.
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