Billings Man Killed in Rollover

A Billings man was killed after a rollover crash on US Highway 312 Saturday afternoon.  The Montana Highway Patrol reported the Chevrolet pickup was eastbound when it veered off the roadway for an unknown reason and rolled multiple times.  KTVQ.com reports that both occupants of the vehicle were ejected.  The crash reportedly happened across the street from Mickey’s Tavern.

An as-yet-unidentified 39-year-old Billings man was transported to the hospital via helicopter.  Speed is a suspected factor in the crash, according to the report.  Neither occupant was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.  The investigation is ongoing. Montana Highway Patrol could not provide any updated information regarding the 39-year-old man’s condition.

It’s unknown who was driving at the time of the crash.  Power lines were damaged in the area and crews were on scene for repairs.