Buffalo County Sheriff's Office
Buffalo County - The Buffalo County Sheriff's Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding a two vehicle head-on crash just west of Amherst, NE on Highway 40. The crash occurred at approximately 7:24 AM on Friday August 16, 2024. At the time of this news media press release, public safety first responders remain at the scene. A portion of Highway 40 at this location remains closed at this time.
According to preliminary investigation, two vehicles traveling in opposite directions collided on Highway 40. Both drivers were transported from the scene to CHI – GSH hospital in Kearney, NE. No passengers were in either vehicle. At the time of this media release, the identity of the drivers has not been confirmed, and authorities are actively investigating at the crash scene. A portion of Highway 40 remains closed.
Deputies were assisted at the scene by members of the Kearney Police Department, Kearney / Buffalo County Fatality Accident Investigation (FAIT) team, Amherst Volunteer Fire Department, CHI GSH Paramedics, Nebraska State Department of Roads and Buffalo County Attorney’s Office.
Investigation is ongoing at this time.