Driver Killed In Douglas County Crash Identified

Douglas County authorities have identified the driver of an SUV who was killed in a crash Sunday night near Valley.

Investigators say 19 year old Tyler Cherrington of Ralston was driving a red 2004 Buick Rainier westbound on Highway 275 approaching Highway 36 around 6:30.

Cherrington's vehicle crossed the grass median into oncoming traffic and was struck on the passenger's side by a semi-truck that was traveling eastbound on Hwy 275. 

Cherrington was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators are trying to determine why her vehicle crossed the median.

The driver of the semi that was hauling cattle, 59 year old Kreg Mitteis of Orchard Ne, was not hurt. 

The crash is still under investigation.


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