JOLIET, MT – Two people were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 212 near Joliet on Monday, Oct. 2, at approximately 7:25 p.m.
According to the Montana Highway Patrol, a southbound Chevrolet Suburban struck a horse on the roadway near mile marker 98.5. The Suburban then crossed the centerline, colliding head-on with a Chevrolet Malibu traveling northbound.
The impact caused the Suburban to overturn and ignite. Both drivers died at the scene. The driver of the Suburban, Christopher Doll, 71, of Roberts, was confirmed deceased along with the Malibu driver, Maegan Rhodes, 28, of Sealy, Texas, who had recently moved to Roberts.
Emergency response included local fire and medical units. Alcohol is suspected to be a factor in the crash. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be provided as they become available.