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Fatal crash closes down Highway 169 near Mankato

The crash happened Tuesday afternoon on Highway 169, near Riverfront Drive.
Credit: Minnesota Department of Transportation
Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that happened Tuesday on southbound Highway 169.

MANKATO, Minn. — The Minnesota State Patrol closed down part of Highway 169 near Mankato Tuesday due to a fatal crash.

The crash happened Tuesday afternoon on Highway 169 near Riverfront Drive, according to a public information officer with State Patrol.

All southbound lanes of Highway 169 have been closed as crews and first responders tend to the scene. Officials say a detour around the crash has been established.

According to the Minnesota Department of Transportation, the highway was closed down just after 1 p.m. Tuesday.

Editor's Note: This is a developing story and this article will be updated when further information is made available. Check back for updates.

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