The Nebraska State Patrol was dispatched to a two vehicle fatality accident at approximately 1.5 miles south of Page, at the intersection of 866 Road and the 45A spur, at approximately 10:02 a.m., April 20.

A 2000 Chevrolet Silverado pulling a gooseneck trailer, driven by Addison Woodard Jr., 49, of Clearwater, was northbound on 45A spur when it collided with a backhoe driven by John Larson of Valley, Ne that was attempting to turn east.

Woodard was pronounced deceased at the scene. The family has been notified and the crash is still under investigation by the Nebraska State Patrol.

NSP was assisted by the Holt County Sheriff's Office and Page Fire and Rescue.

Highway 45A spur was closed for approximately 2.5 hours.