VIDEO: Car erupts in flames after crash in Sidney

A crash tonight in Sidney led one of the cars involved to ignite on West Russell Road.

“There was a traffic crash that we’re still investigating; the car caught fire as a result of the crash,” said Sidney police Sgt. Josh Divens.

A passersby had to help a woman escape her burning car in the crash reported at 8:52 p.m. on West Russell Road near North Vandermark Road, according to Sidney police.

The woman was taken to a local hospital with seemingly minor injuries, Divens said.

A motorist shot video of the fiery crash, which was shared this news organization.

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