Two killed after car crash in Jefferson County, Nebraska

A crash on Tuesday morning in Jefferson County left two people dead.

The accident took place at about 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of Nebraska 103 and 725 Road near Tri County Public Schools, according to Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.

A 51-year-old man driving a Ford Taurus was traveling eastbound on 725 Road when he tried to continue straight throughout the intersection with Nebraska 103 and crashed with a Dodge Ram heading southbound on the highway, according to the release.

The driver of the Ford was pronounced dead at the scene. A 16-year-old male passenger in the Taurus was taken to Bryan West Hospital in Lincoln, where he succumbed to injuries.

Officials believe heavy fog may have played a role in the crash. The incident is currently being investigated.