What: Fatal Crash
Where: Interstate 29, MM .5, 7 miles south of Hankinson, ND
When: January 12, 2024 @ ~08:15 am CT
Road Conditions: Good, dry
Weather Conditions: Cloudy, breezy
Crash Involvement: Single vehicle
Type of Crash: Single vehicle vs. fixed objects
Agencies Involved: Richland County SO, Hankinson Fire,
Vehicle No. 1: 2011 Honda Odyssey
Driver No. 1: Age 59, male; Fargo, ND; Fatal injuries
Restraints: Not restrained
NARRATIVE: At approximately 0815 hours, the Honda Odyssey was traveling northbound
on Interstate 29 near mile .5 at Exit 1 (Dakota Magic Casino). The Honda left the roadway to
the right and struck a road closed barricade post. The vehicle then entered the east ditch and
came to rest upon impacting two supports of a highway sign.
The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The crash remains under investigation by the ND Highway Patrol.
