NEW YORK MILLS, Newton Township, Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — Two people were injured following a morning crash at the intersection of Highway 10 and Centennial Drive in New York Mills. The crash happened at 7:13 a.m. on November 24. The Minnesota State Patrol released the report mid-morning.
According to troopers, a 2015 Ford Fusion was traveling east on Centennial Drive. A 2007 Peterbilt tractor-trailer was eastbound on Highway 10. The two vehicles collided in the intersection. Road conditions were dry at the time.
The incident is listed under reference number ICR 25902203. The State Patrol says the information in the report is believed to be complete. The last update came at 9:22 a.m. on November 24. The full crash summary is available on the Minnesota State Patrol website.
The Ford Fusion was driven by Aidyn Audrey Johannah Baune, 21, of New York Mills. She suffered non-life-threatening injuries. She was taken to Perham Hospital for treatment. A passenger, Jasper Tovio Perala, 10, also suffered non-life-threatening injuries. He was transported to Perham Hospital. Both wore seat belts. Alcohol was not involved.
The semi was driven by John Kenneth Honer, 22, of Dent. He was not injured. According to the report, he was wearing a seat belt. No alcohol involvement was listed.
The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene. First responders assisted with traffic control and medical coordination until the roadway was cleared. No major delays were reported beyond the immediate crash area.
Intersection crashes can occur quickly when vehicles enter at different speeds or misjudge gaps. Troopers encourage drivers to use extra caution at high-speed rural intersections.
Drivers can check traffic, crash alerts, and weather conditions through the Minnesota 511 travel system. The system provides live updates to help travelers avoid delays and plan safer routes.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.