FREEMAN TOWNSHIP, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) – A 19-year-old Prior Lake woman was injured Saturday morning when her SUV overturned along Interstate 35 in Freeborn County.
The Minnesota State Patrol identified the driver as Tessa Renee Ginkel, 19, of Prior Lake, Minnesota.
The single-vehicle crash occurred on November 7, 2026, at approximately 11:11 a.m.
Kia Sportage Leaves Interstate 35
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, Ginkel was driving a 2025 Kia Sportage northbound on Interstate 35.
The SUV was traveling near milepost 2 in Freeman Township when it left the roadway.
The vehicle then rolled into a ditch alongside the interstate.
Authorities confirmed that only one vehicle was involved in the crash.
The State Patrol did not release additional details about what caused the SUV to leave the roadway.
Teen Driver Injured in Rollover
Ginkel suffered injuries classified as non-life-threatening, according to the State Patrol.
The crash report identified Mayo Clinic Albert Lea as the medical facility where she received care.
Investigators confirmed that Ginkel was wearing her seat belt when the crash occurred.
The Kia Sportage’s airbags also deployed during the rollover.
Officials did not provide further details about Ginkel’s injuries or the extent of damage to the vehicle.
Dry Road Conditions Reported
The State Patrol reported dry pavement at the time of the late-morning crash.
Investigators also indicated that alcohol was not suspected as a contributing factor.
The report did not identify speeding, a mechanical problem, or another specific cause of the rollover.
No additional vehicles or injured occupants were listed in the report.
Emergency Crews Respond to Interstate Crash
The Glenville Police Department and Mayo Ambulance assisted with the emergency response.
The Minnesota State Patrol’s Rochester District handled the crash investigation.
The incident was documented under State Patrol case number 26104732.
Officials marked the crash information as complete in an update issued November 7, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
The crash occurred along the northern stretch of Interstate 35 near the Minnesota-Iowa border.
Additional traffic safety information is available through the Minnesota State Patrol.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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