BANCROFT TOWNSHIP, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – A 63-year-old Albert Lea man was injured after his Dodge Challenger struck a deer along Interstate 90 in Freeborn County.
The accident happened Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at approximately 6:34 p.m. near Exit 158.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, Barry Lee Roberts, 63, of Albert Lea, was traveling westbound when the collision occurred.
Dodge Challenger Collides With Deer
Roberts was driving a 2020 Dodge Challenger westbound on Interstate 90 through Bancroft Township.
According to the State Patrol, the vehicle collided with a deer near Exit 158.
The crash occurred during the evening hours, with wet pavement reported at the time.
The State Patrol did not provide additional details about how the deer entered the roadway.
Only one vehicle was involved in the reported accident.
Driver Suffers Non-Life-Threatening Injuries
The State Patrol identified the injured driver as Barry Lee Roberts, 63, of Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Roberts suffered non-life-threatening injuries during the collision.
MCHS Albert Lea was listed as the healthcare facility where he received treatment.
Investigators reported that Roberts was wearing his seat belt when the crash occurred.
The Dodge Challenger’s airbags deployed during the impact.
No additional information about the extent of Roberts’ injuries was included in the report.
Emergency Responders Called to Interstate 90
MCHS Ambulance assisted with the emergency response following the collision.
The Minnesota State Patrol’s Rochester district handled the crash investigation.
The report did not specify the extent of damage to the Dodge Challenger.
Authorities also did not indicate whether the vehicle required towing following the collision.
Alcohol Not Suspected in Crash
According to the State Patrol, alcohol was not suspected as a contributing factor.
Wet road conditions were documented at the time of the collision.
The accident was classified as an injury crash, with Roberts listed as having non-life-threatening injuries.
The State Patrol marked the incident information as believed complete in its November 4 update.
Deer Collisions Remain a Roadway Hazard
Deer can enter roadways unexpectedly, particularly during evening and nighttime hours.
Motorists should remain alert when traveling through rural areas and sections of highway bordered by wooded land.
Drivers are encouraged to reduce speed when visibility is limited and watch for wildlife near the roadside.
The collision is documented under Minnesota State Patrol incident number 26104690.
Additional crash information is available through the Minnesota State Patrol Crash Updates.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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