Driver killed in single-vehicle crash on I-15 in Draper

DRAPER, Utah — A 20-year-old man has died following a crash on northbound Interstate 15.

Sgt. Cameron Roden with the Utah Highway Patrol said the single-vehicle crash happened Thursday morning at approximately 5:48 a.m. near the 11400 South exit.

Medical personnel responded to the scene after the vehicle collided with the crash attenuator — the metal barrier that extends out from the concrete barrier at the offramp — but the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

No cause for the crash has been released, and state troopers said the driver was not wearing a seat belt.

During the investigation and cleanup, the 11400 South offramp was closed for approximately three hours.

Emergency crews also worked to control a small fire at the scene, Roden said.

“Authorities are urging all drivers to remember the importance of wearing a seat belt, as it can greatly reduce the risk of injury or death in the event of a crash,” state troopers said. “Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the driver during this difficult time.”