One killed after colliding with stopped semi on I-15 in Springville
SPRINGVILLE, Utah () — One man is dead after crashing into the back of a semi-truck on I-15 near Springville on Tuesday night.
Lt. Cameron Roden confirmed with ABC4.com that the crash happened around 10:15 p.m. on southbound I-15 near mile marker 262. The semi-truck reportedly had engine problems and was stopped in the right-most lane with its lights and hazard flashers on.
While crews were responding to assist the semi-truck, a white Kia Soul reportedly collided with the back of the semi. Lt. Roden said the driver and lone occupant of the Kia Soul died on the scene. The victim has only been identified as a 39-year-old man.
An investigation into the crash is still ongoing and no further details were provided.
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