PRINEVILLE, OR -- Two people were hurt in a three-vehicle crash on Powell Butte Highway, Thursday morning. Crook County deputies and medics responded just after 7 a.m. and found two cars and a small SUV. One driver was flown to the hospital with critical injuries. Another driver was taken by ambulance.

Investigators say the SUV was eastbound when it left its lane and hit the two oncoming cars. They do not believe alcohol or other impairing substances were a factor, but the investigation is ongoing.