DENVER TOWNSHIP, Minn. (trfnews.i234.me) — A South Dakota truck driver was injured Friday afternoon when his semi rolled into a ditch in Rock County.
The accident happened November 6, 2026, at approximately 4:50 p.m. along Highway 75.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash occurred near milepost 22 in Denver Township.
The driver was identified as Brandon Lee Zihlke, 44, of Aurora, South Dakota.
Zihlke suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to Sanford Luverne for medical treatment.
Semi Leaves Highway 75 and Rolls Into Ditch
The Minnesota State Patrol reported that Zihlke was driving a 2014 Peterbilt semi northbound on Highway 75.
During the trip, the truck struck the roadway shoulder.
The semi then entered the ditch and rolled over, according to investigators.
Authorities reported that the road surface was dry when the accident occurred.
No other vehicles were involved in the rollover.
The State Patrol did not provide additional details explaining why the truck reached the shoulder.
Aurora Driver Injured in Rollover
Zihlke suffered injuries classified by authorities as non-life-threatening.
Emergency responders assisted at the scene before the driver received medical treatment.
The State Patrol listed Sanford Luverne as the medical facility where Zihlke was taken.
His exact injuries were not described in the official crash report.
Authorities also reported that Zihlke was not wearing a seat belt when the crash occurred.
Investigators did not suspect alcohol as a factor in the accident.
No additional information about his condition following medical treatment was included in the report.
Emergency Crews Respond to Rock County Crash
Several emergency agencies assisted the Minnesota State Patrol following the rollover.
The Rock County Sheriff’s Office responded alongside Hardwick Fire and Rescue.
Sanford Luverne Ambulance also assisted with the emergency response.
The crash was handled by the State Patrol’s Marshall District.
Authorities documented the incident under case number 26302100.
The State Patrol last updated the crash information at 8:11 p.m. Friday.
Officials marked the report as complete at that time.
State Patrol Releases Highway 75 Crash Details
The official report confirmed that only the 2014 Peterbilt semi was involved.
Investigators reported dry pavement and no suspected alcohol involvement.
The report did not list any additional injured people or explain what caused the truck to leave its lane.
It also did not provide information about the truck’s cargo or damage.
Additional details are available in the official Minnesota State Patrol crash report.
Motorists can check Minnesota 511 for current highway conditions and travel alerts.
The Minnesota State Patrol has not provided further details about the driver’s recovery.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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