Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) saw a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning after a Jeep Cherokee veered off Interstate 94 and struck median cables.
The accident occurred at 1:15 AM on March 8, 2025, near Mile Marker 186 in Silver Creek Township.
Crash Details & Emergency Response
According to authorities, a 2015 Jeep Cherokee was traveling westbound on Interstate 94 when it entered the left-hand ditch and eventually crashed into the median cables, coming to a stop.
Emergency responders, including CentraCare Ambulance, Wright County Sheriff’s Office, and Monticello Fire Department, arrived to assist.
Driver Injured & Transported to Hospital
- Leiva Adrian (35) of Fargo, ND, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Saint Cloud Hospital for treatment.
Authorities confirmed that:
The driver was wearing a seatbelt
Airbags did not deploy Alcohol was NOT involved
Investigation & Road Safety Concerns
With dry road conditions at the time of the crash, investigators are looking into what may have caused the vehicle to leave the roadway. Fatigue, distraction, or mechanical issues are common factors in single-vehicle crashes of this nature.
This incident serves as a reminder for drivers in Wright County (trfnews.i234.me) to remain alert, avoid distractions, and ensure their vehicle is in proper working condition before long highway drives.
Did you know?
Median cable barriers, like the ones struck in this crash, reduce fatal crashes by up to 95% by preventing vehicles from crossing into oncoming traffic. While they help save lives, they can also cause severe vehicle damage when impacted at high speeds.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News