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Driver died in Bellevue freeway collision, authorities say

BELLEVUE, Neb. (AP) — Officials have closed Kennedy Freeway in Bellevue as they investigate a fatal collision.

The accident occurred around 2:50 a.m. Wednesday, forcing closure of the freeway in both directions between Chandler and Cornhusker roads. Commute traffic is being rerouted off the freeway, also known as U.S. Highway 75.

The Sarpy County Sheriff's Office says a sport utility vehicle was spotted heading south in the northbound lanes before it collided with a northbound semitrailer. The SUV driver died. The driver hasn't been identified, but authorities say the SUV had Iowa plates. The semi driver wasn't injured.

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