Crash alert: Pickup trucks involved in deadly collision on Highway 30

KEARNEY, NE – Two pickup trucks were involved in a deadly collision in Buffalo County on Saturday afternoon, according to the Omaha World-Herald.

The accident happened during icy conditions on U.S. Highway 30 west of Kearney at about 3 p.m.  The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office said 70-year-old Dallas Gerdes was driving a Ford pickup east when he lost control of his vehicle, crossed the center line and slammed into a westbound Chevrolet pickup. The driver of the Chevrolet, 53-year-old Rodney Svoboda of Upland, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Gerdes, of Oconto, was transported to an area hospital. No details were released on the extent of his injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

If someone you love has been killed in a car accident caused by another driver’s negligence, the compassionate Omaha wrongful death lawyers at Rensch and Rensch would like to discuss your case with you.  We will work with you through every stage of the legal process and fight for fair compensation that will help you during this difficult time. You can schedule a free consultation to review your individual case and answer any questions by calling 800-471-4100 or filling out our contact form.