EAGAN, MN — A woman was killed early Monday in a crash on northbound Interstate 35 East near Lone Oak Road in Eagan, according to authorities. A 28-year-old Eagan resident was driving a 2023 Honda CRV when the vehicle left the roadway, became airborne, struck a traffic signal and caught fire.
Crash Details
The Minnesota State Patrol said the wreck happened shortly after midnight. The SUV went off the right side of the road before the violent impact and fire.
Authorities did not immediately say what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway. The crash led to a fatal scene on the interstate overnight.
Victims Identified
The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. The passenger was a 38-year-old man from Conyers, Georgia, and he suffered life-threatening injuries.
Officials have not released the names of the people involved. No further details on their conditions were provided in the report.
Roadway And Investigation
The crash happened on a major stretch of I-35 East in Eagan, a busy route for overnight traffic. Authorities have not said whether other vehicles were involved.
The Minnesota State Patrol is handling the investigation. No additional information was included about possible charges or a timeline for further updates.
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