HUGHES COUNTY, S.D. – Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Sunday evening on Highway 34, resulting in the death of 23-year-old Elvera J. Drivinghawk of Kennebec, South Dakota.
According to preliminary reports from the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the incident happened at approximately 8:43 p.m. near mile marker 231. Drivinghawk was struck by a 2014 Chrysler Town & Country traveling westbound, operated by a 27-year-old male from Rock Valley, Iowa, who was not injured.
Drivinghawk sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The crash appears to be a single-vehicle, pedestrian-involved incident, but investigators are continuing to gather information.
The South Dakota Highway Patrol has emphasized that all details released at this time are preliminary. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and are asking anyone with information to contact the Highway Patrol.
This tragic incident has left the Hughes County community mourning the loss of Drivinghawk, and officials urge drivers and pedestrians to remain vigilant as investigations continue