Worthing, SD (May 15, 2025) – A tragic single-vehicle crash claimed the life of a 24-year-old Lake Andes woman and left an infant with minor injuries Wednesday morning in rural Lincoln County.
According to reports, the fatal crash occurred around 11:50 a.m. on May 14, when a 2009 Nissan Maxima was heading west on 282nd Street near 469th Avenue, approximately six miles southwest of Worthing. Authorities say the driver lost control, over-corrected, and the vehicle left the south side of the roadway before rolling.
The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected from the vehicle and suffered fatal injuries. An infant passenger, who was properly restrained, remained inside the vehicle during the crash and sustained only minor injuries.
The South Dakota Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
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