Fatal Crash on Highway 212 Near Joliet Claims Two Lives
JOLIET, MT— Two people died in a crash on Highway 212 near Joliet on October 2, about 7:25 p.m.
According to the Montana Highway Patrol, the incident occurred at mile marker 98.5 when a southbound Chevrolet Suburban struck a horse on the roadway. The Suburban then crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a Chevrolet Malibu heading in the opposite direction.
The Suburban overturned and caught fire. Both drivers, identified as Christopher Doll, 71, of Roberts, and Maegan Rhodes, 28, of Sealy, Texas, were pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities confirmed that alcohol is suspected to be a factor in the crash.
Emergency personnel from local agencies responded to the scene, and tow services managed the vehicles involved. The highway was closed for several hours for investigation and cleanup.
Further details regarding the incident will be released as the investigation continues.