Fatal crashes cause closures on Highway 62 near Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport.

Highway 62 in Minneapolis was closed in both directions due to a fatal crash and a second crash involving a squad car and fire truck. The driver of a Chevrolet Silverado entered the ditch and collided with the bridge pillar, killing the passenger and injuring the driver. The investigation is ongoing, and alcohol is believed to have been a factor in the fatal crash. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says eastbound Highway 62 will be closed through 11 a.m.