Nebraska officials report 28 deaths in November crashes — an increase from 2022

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Nebraska Department of Transportation on Friday reported that 28 people died in crashes across the state last month.

In a press release, state officials said at least 10 of the 24 vehicle occupants killed were not wearing seat belts.

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Two motorcyclists and two pedestrians were also killed in crashes.

There were 20 fatal crashes in November 2022.

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From January to November this year, there were 211 people killed in crashes, a 9% decrease from 2022.

Only 46 of the 173 vehicle occupants killed in crashes were using seat belts, according to state officials.