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Two drivers killed in crash on I-70 in Columbia

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Two drivers were killed in a crash on I-70 in Columbia early Saturday morning.

Officers were called to I-70 at the 125 mile maker just before 5:00 a.m.

Police say a Hyundai Sonata, driven by Vanessa Beatty, 28, of Columbia was westbound in the eastbound lanes when she crashed head-on into a white Buick LaCrosse driven by James Carter II, 42, of Columbia.

Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene.

Neither driver was wearing a seat belt.

Police are investigating weather or not alcohol or drugs may have played a role.

The roadway was back open just before 7:00 a.m.

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