Freeborn County (trfnews.i234.me) — A crash involving two semi tractors left one driver dead. The crash happened on Interstate 35 in Bath Township. Officials reported the crash on Dec. 22, 2025.
What happened
The Minnesota State Patrol said the crash occurred at 2:01 a.m. It happened on the northbound I-35 near milepost 20. Two semis were traveling north when they collided. The vehicles went into the median ditch, officials said.
Road conditions were listed as snow and ice. The State Patrol did not describe the exact cause. The report did not list speeds. The report also did not list visibility details.
Drivers and injuries
Officials identified the fatal victim as Alessandro Gelsomino, 46. Gelsomino is from Miami, Florida. He was driving a 2015 Peterbilt semi tractor. The report said he was wearing a seat belt. Airbags were not deployed, according to the report.
The other driver was Standley Calixte, 34. Calixte is from Hamilton, New Jersey. He was driving a 2020 Freightliner semi tractor. The State Patrol listed his injuries as non-life-threatening. He was taken to MCHS Albert Lea for care. The report said he was wearing a seat belt. Airbags were not deployed, the report said.
The State Patrol report listed alcohol as not involved. The report also listed helmet use as not applicable.
Response and case details
Outside agencies assisted at the scene. They included the Clarks Grove Fire Department. They also included the Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident is listed as fatal. The State Patrol reference is ICR 25105158. Officials said the information is believed to be complete. The report shows a last update time of 11:37 a.m. on Dec. 22, 2025.
Resources for drivers
Winter travel tips are available from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Current road alerts can be found on Minnesota 511. National safety guidance is available from the NHTSA.
For case information, the report listed 507-923-2040. For media questions, the report listed 507-923-2050.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.