On January 8, 2025, at approximately 9:05 PM CST, a fatal incident occurred in the 100 block of 42nd St N, about five miles south of Karlsruhe, McHenry County. The event involved a 1989 Ford F350 and a 2002 GMC Yukon.
Details:
- Vehicles Involved:
- 1989 Ford F350: Operated by a 64-year-old male from Voltaire, ND.
- 2002 GMC Yukon: Driven by a 74-year-old male from Balfour, ND.
- Sequence of Events:
- The Ford F350 attempted to exit a driveway on 42nd St N but became immobilized in a ditch.
- The GMC Yukon driver attempted to tow the Ford F350 from the ditch.
- During the towing process, the vehicles approached a nearby structure.
- Both drivers halted to assess their position.
- The 64-year-old male exited the Ford F350.
- Unaware of the exit, the 74-year-old male resumed towing, resulting in the 64-year-old male being pinned between the Ford F350 and the structure.
- Aftermath:
- Emergency services extricated the 64-year-old male.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was administered at the scene.
- The individual succumbed to injuries en route to the hospital.
Conditions at the Time:
- Road: Wet
- Weather: Rain and snow mix
Agencies Involved:
- North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP)
- McHenry County Sheriff’s Office
- Velva Ambulance
- Trinity First Response
Current Status:
The North Dakota Highway Patrol is conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.
I’m Chris Harper, reporting for trfnews.i234.me