YORK, Neb. – A York College wrestler was killed Friday and some of his teammates were injured in a van crash en route to a meet in Iowa.
School officials said the van carrying 10 wrestlers and two coaches flipped on Interstate 29 near Onawa, Iowa, about 4:30 p.m. No other vehicles were involved.
The identity of the dead wrestler wasn't immediately released by the school.
The Monona County sheriff's office and Iowa State Patrol wouldn't confirm the fatality Friday night. Officials said details may be released Saturday.
Other wrestlers injured in the crash were treated and released from a hospital.
The team was on its way to Northwestern College in Orange City. The meet, scheduled for Saturday, has been canceled.
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