Red Wing, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On Monday, April 7, 2025, at approximately 1:14 PM, a serious single-vehicle crash occurred on southbound Highway 58 near Bush Street in Red Wing, Goodhue County. A 2003 Chevrolet Impala, driven by 78-year-old William James Auchampach of Red Wing, collided with an unoccupied, stalled vehicle on the shoulder. The impact caused the Impala to roll over, coming to rest on its roof.
Emergency responders, including the Red Wing Police Department, Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office, and Red Wing Ambulance, arrived promptly at the scene. Auchampach sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Red Wing for treatment. Authorities confirmed that the road conditions were dry at the time of the incident, and neither alcohol nor drugs were factors in the crash. Rochester Post Bulletin
📝 Incident Details
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Incident Type: Injury
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Case Number (ICR): 25101408
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Date/Time: 04/07/2025, 1:14 PM
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District: 2100 Rochester
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Location: Southbound Highway 58 and Bush Street, Red Wing, Goodhue County
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Vehicle Involved: 2003 Chevrolet Impala
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Driver: William James Auchampach, 78, Red Wing, MN
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Injury Type: Non-life-threatening
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Seat Belt: Yes
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Airbag Deployed: No
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Alcohol Involved: No
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Road Condition: Dry
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Responding Agencies: Red Wing PD, Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office, Red Wing Ambulance
📞 Contacts
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Case Information Contact: 507-923-2040
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Media Contact: [Not Provided]
📊 Did You Know?
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In 2023, Minnesota reported over 60,000 traffic crashes, with approximately 400 resulting in fatalities.
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The Minnesota Department of Transportation emphasizes the importance of vehicle maintenance to prevent roadside breakdowns, which can lead to secondary accidents.
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Red Wing’s Highway 58 is a critical corridor, and safety enhancements are continually evaluated to reduce accident rates.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.