Two people dead following a motorcycle collision on Highway 35

Two people are dead following a motorcycle collision that occurred last night on Highway 35 near Hendon.

Wadena RCMP were alerted of a collision at around 10:30 and responded along with local fire services and EMS.  

Upon an investigation it was determined that a motorcycle collided with a cow on the road.  The driver and passenger were 

declared deceased by EMS at the scene. 

They have been identified as a 45-year-old male from Spalding and a 51-year-old female from Archerwill. Their families have been notified.

Wadena RCMP are continuing to investigate the incident.