NDHP – A GMC Sierra driven by George Wiehahn was southbound on Highway 281. George had
slowed to make a left turn to go east on State Line Rd. At that time a Subaru Ascent driven by Vernon Dalstein was southbound on Highway 281 when he struck the rear of the GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles left the roadway. The Subaru Ascent came to rest in a slough nearby.

EMS responders arrived on scene and provided treatment to those involved. Both Vernon and
Sherry Dalstein were transported to Avera St. Lukes Hospital in Aberdeen.

George Wiehahn and Sherry Dalstein both sustained minor injuries in the crash. Vernon
Dalstein Jr. sustained serious injuries in the crash. Vernon died as a result of those injuries later
in the day on September 18th.

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