BREAKING: A 27-year-old Rochester man has been injured in a serious crash involving a box truck on Highway 42 this morning. The collision occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. near 75th Street Northeast in Viola Township, Minnesota, as wet road conditions contributed to the incident.
According to a report from the Minnesota State Patrol, the man was driving a 2019 Toyota Rav4 when he collided with a 2026 Freightliner box truck. Emergency responders rushed the injured driver to Mayo Clinic Hospital-Saint Marys with non-life-threatening injuries. Notably, authorities reported that he was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
The driver of the box truck, a 40-year-old man from Menomonie, Wisconsin, escaped the accident without injuries. The swift response from local authorities, including the Wabasha County Sheriff’s Office, Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office, Plainview Police Department, Elgin Fire Department, and Elgin Ambulance Service, helped ensure the scene was secured and the injured driver received prompt medical attention.
This incident highlights the dangers posed by inclement weather and the importance of seatbelt use. As details continue to emerge, authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as officials work on gathering more information.
