Two people were killed Monday afternoon in a multi-vehicle accident on I-90 near Bridgewater, according to authorities.
The incident occurred at approximately 2:41 p.m. involving three vehicles—two passenger cars and a pickup truck. Emergency responders from the local police department and the South Dakota Highway Patrol arrived on the scene to assist.
Both fatalities were confirmed on-site, and the names of the deceased have not yet been released pending notification of next of kin. Multiple injuries were reported, and medical aid was provided for those affected.
As a result of the accident, the westbound lanes of I-90 were closed for several hours. Towing services were on-site to remove the vehicles involved, and the road was reopened around 5:30 p.m.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, and further details will be released as they become available. Witnesses reported seeing heavy traffic in the area at the time of the incident.