Two residents of Frederick, Maryland, died in a motorcycle crash on Thursday in South Dakota, according to an official release from the South Dakota Highway Patrol. The fatal collision occurred on U.S. Highway 385 as motorcycle rally traffic moved through the region.
Details of the South Dakota Motorcycle Crash
According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash happened on Thursday afternoon on U.S. Highway 385. Investigators stated that a motorcycle carrying two people from Frederick collided with another vehicle along the highway corridor. Both occupants of the motorcycle sustained fatal injuries in the impact and were pronounced dead at the scene.
The names of the victims have not been publicly released pending notification of next of kin, according to state patrol officials. Troopers temporarily closed portions of the highway to conduct a crash reconstruction and clear the wreckage.
Investigation Into Highway 385 Collision
The South Dakota Highway Patrol leads the ongoing investigation into the exact cause of the crash. Troopers are examining vehicle speeds, road conditions, and witness statements gathered along the busy route. Additional details regarding contributing factors will be released once the preliminary investigation concludes, according to state safety officials.
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