A 2020 Chevrolet Equinox driven by Maria White was traveling northbound on Highway 85 near mile marker 177 when it hydroplaned on the wet road caused by a heavy downpour in the area. A Kenworth semi driven by Richard Poline was traveling southbound in the same location at the time. The Equinox crossed over center and struck the Kenworth head on. White and her passenger, Jose White, were pronounced deceased on scene. Poline sustained minor injuries and was transported via ambulance to CHI St. Alexius in Williston.

The crash remains under investigation by the North Dakota Highway Patrol.