Minivan Crash in Zumbrota, MN Injures Five, Including Noel Ness and Three Children

Zumbrota, MN (KROC-AM News) – A traffic crash on Highway 52 in Zumbrota resulted in five people, including three children, being transported to St. Mary’s Hospital on Saturday afternoon.

According to the State Patrol, the crash occurred around 1 PM near the Highway 60 West interchange. All five victims were inside a minivan traveling north on the highway when it veered off the road and rolled.

The driver of the minivan was identified as 37-year-old Noel Ness from St. Joseph. She had four passengers, including 10-year-old Trentin Guches, 14-year-old Candice Guches, and 14-year-old Kaylee Ness. The fifth passenger was 40-year-old Jared Truman.

All occupants of the vehicle, who were from St. Joseph in central Minnesota, suffered non-life-threatening injuries. They were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash. Ambulances transported them to St. Mary’s Hospital for further medical treatment.

In a separate incident, a crash in Rochester left the driver injured, and alcohol is suspected to be involved. For more information on that incident, visit the link provided.

In other news, based on data from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, the counties with the highest number of fatalities and injuries resulting from deer vs. vehicle accidents between 2018 and 2022 have been identified. The data is the most recent available and highlights the areas where deer-related crashes are most prevalent. More details can be found in the linked article.

The authorities are urging drivers to remain cautious and be aware of the potential dangers posed by deer on roadways. It is essential to adhere to speed limits, especially in areas prone to deer activity, and to stay alert while driving, especially during dawn and dusk when deer are most active.

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Note: This article has been written in simplified British English.