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06/01/2007 The driver of a vehicle involved in a two vehicle crash that occurred on May 12, 2007, at 11:35 P.M., at the intersection of So. 120th and Roca Road has died as the result of injuries suffered in that crash. Ryan Milem age 19, of Bennet, died Friday. Milem was driving his 2003 Chevrolet Pickup eastbound on Roca Road accompanied by a 17 year old passenger. Milem’s vehicle was struck by a 1995 Saturn that was southbound on So. 120th Street. The Saturn was driven by Nicole Frye, age 16 of Rural Hickman. Milem was transported by Star Care air ambulance, the 17 year old passenger and Frye were transported by Lincoln Fire and Rescue to Bryan/LGH West Trauma Center. Milem was admitted to intensive care with head injuries; the 17 year old passenger was treated for lacerations and held for observation. Frye was treated and released. Vehicle restraints were in use in the Frye vehicle, they were not in use in the Milem vehicle. Milem was ejected after the crash. Alcohol was not a factor in this crash. Frye had been cited by deputies for Careless Driving and Stop Sign Violation. The Lancaster County Attorney’s Office will be reviewing the case to determine what, if any additional charges may be filed. An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the cause of death.  County Sheriff
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