LINCOLN, Lancaster County, Neb., Oct. 28, 2026 — A driver has been cited after a three-vehicle crash shut down both directions of Highway 77 at West Van Dorn Street in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Monday morning crash, October 26, sent two people to the hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
The Nebraska State Patrol said troopers responded around 6:40 a.m. to find both lanes of the highway blocked. A preliminary investigation found that a GMC Sierra traveling southbound on Highway 77 crossed the center median into the northbound lanes.
The GMC reportedly struck a northbound Ford Bronco head on, spinning the Bronco around. The GMC then hit a Ford Escape, pushing both vehicles into the east ditch. All three vehicles sustained major damage.
Two drivers were taken to a hospital for treatment. Their conditions were not released beyond being described as non-life-threatening. The GMC's driver, identified by NSP as 33-year-old Kevin Fonseca of Oklahoma, was cited for driving under revocation and reckless driving.
The crash remains under investigation. We hope those who were hurt recover quickly.
Intersection Safety in Nebraska
The crash was reported at Highway 77 and West Van Dorn Street in Lincoln. Our Nebraska intersection resource page covers intersection crashes across Nebraska.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes crashes like this one? Multi-vehicle collisions often start when a single vehicle leaves its lane, whether from distraction, speed, fatigue or a mechanical issue, and crosses into oncoming traffic.
Why does speed make a crash worse? Higher speed means more force at impact and less time for drivers to react or stop, which raises the chance of serious injury and makes vehicles travel farther after a collision, as seen when vehicles here were pushed into a ditch.
How does distracted driving factor into these crashes? Even a few seconds of taking eyes off the road can be enough for a vehicle to drift out of its lane or into a median, with no time left to correct before a crash.
Do road or weather conditions play a role? Wet pavement, poor visibility and low morning light can all make it harder to keep a vehicle under control, though it is not yet known what conditions existed at the time of this crash.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Lincoln, NE
After any multi-vehicle crash, check yourself and others for injuries before moving, and call 911 if you haven't already. Move to a safe area away from traffic if your vehicle is drivable and it's safe to do so. Even if you feel fine, see a doctor soon after, since some injuries from a collision don't show symptoms right away. Get the responding agency's report number and exchange insurance and contact information with the other drivers involved. Take photos of the scene, vehicle damage and road conditions if you're able. Keep copies of any medical records and repair estimates in case you need them later.
