“Man from Rapid City Identified as Victim in Fatal One-Vehicle Crash”

On July 14, 2023, a fatal one-vehicle crash occurred one mile east of Rapid City, South Dakota. The driver, identified as 80-year-old David Burris from Rapid City, was traveling eastbound on I-90 in a 2016 Kia Sorento. He began to exit onto Box Elder when, for unknown reasons, the car veered off the roadway to the right and went through a ditch before coming to a stop in a small creek. David Burris was taken to Monument Health but sadly succumbed to his injuries. His passenger, 75-year-old Karlene Burris, sustained serious non-life-threatening injuries.

The South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. Preliminary information suggests that both David and Karlene Burris were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the accident.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of wearing seatbelts while driving. Seatbelts are a crucial safety measure that can significantly reduce the risk of injury or death in the event of a crash. The fact that both individuals were wearing their seatbelts likely contributed to Karlene Burris’s survival despite her injuries.

The South Dakota Highway Patrol is committed to ensuring road safety and preventing accidents like this from happening. They are an agency of the South Dakota Department of Public Safety and play a vital role in enforcing traffic laws and responding to emergencies on the state’s highways.

As the investigation continues, it is hoped that more information will be uncovered to shed light on the cause of the crash. In the meantime, this tragic incident serves as a reminder to all drivers to remain vigilant, obey traffic laws, and always wear their seatbelts to protect themselves and their passengers..