AUSTIN, Nev. (KOLO) – A driver died in a crash Oct. 17 on US 50 west of Austin in central Nevada, Nevada State Police said Sunday.

A passenger in the Hyundai Santa Fe received non-life threatening injuries.

NSP said on Oct. 17 at approximately 3:45 p.m., the Hyundai was eastbound on US 50 when it crossed the right side of the highway, struck a concrete curb and went down a steep embankment. It overturned and came to rest in a stream bed.

Both the driver and passenger were taken to the hospital for treatment. The driver died a few days later, NSP said. The driver’s name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The investigation continues. Anyone with information is asked to call 775-753-1111 or email [email protected].

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