Bismarck Crash Kills 16-Year-Old Mandan Girl
Bismarck (trfnews.i234.me) — A 16-year-old Mandan girl died following a two-vehicle crash Friday night in Bismarck.
The crash happened at the intersection of West Main Avenue and Missouri Avenue.
Police were called to the scene around 8:35 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026.
Two Vehicles Collide At Intersection
According to Bismarck Police, the collision involved an Infiniti and a Chevrolet Equinox.
The Infiniti was traveling west on West Main Avenue before the crash.
Investigators said it struck the passenger side of the Equinox.
The Equinox was making a left turn from West Main Avenue onto Missouri Avenue.
The Infiniti had only its driver inside.
Three people were riding in the Equinox at the time of the crash.
Teen Dies At Hospital
Several people suffered injuries in the collision, according to police.
The 16-year-old Mandan girl was transported to a local hospital.
She later died from injuries suffered in the crash.
Authorities have not released her name.
Police said notifications to the girl’s family were still underway.
No additional information about the conditions of the other people injured was immediately released.
Speed Being Investigated
The Bismarck Police Department’s Traffic Unit is investigating what caused the collision.
Police said their initial investigation indicates speed may have been a factor.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Authorities have not announced whether citations or criminal charges are expected.
Investigators will continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the crash.
More Information Expected Monday
Bismarck Police said additional information is expected to be released Monday, October 5.
The delay will give investigators more time to review the crash.
It will also allow the girl’s family time to complete next-of-kin notifications.
TRF News will provide additional information as it becomes available.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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