Racine Township, Mower County (trfnews.i234.me) — On Friday, April 25, 2025, at approximately 1:02 PM, a peculiar and hazardous incident occurred on Highway 63 near milepost 27 in Racine Township, Minnesota. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, 36-year-old Casandra Danielle Faulhaber of Le Roy was driving her 2017 Kia Sorento southbound when an unidentified object, suspected to have come from a passing vehicle, suddenly pierced through her windshield and struck her.
Faulhaber sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was promptly transported to Saint Mary’s Hospital for medical attention. Her passenger, 35-year-old Jerrod Ryan Faulhaber, also from Le Roy, was unharmed in the incident. Both occupants were wearing seat belts at the time, and authorities have confirmed that alcohol was not a factor.
Emergency response teams from the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office, Grand Meadow Ambulance, and Stewartville Fire Department assisted at the scene. The exact nature of the object that caused the injury remains under investigation.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
Did You Know?
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Highway 63 is a significant north-south route in southeastern Minnesota, connecting various communities and serving as a vital corridor for both local and through traffic.
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Incidents involving objects penetrating vehicle windshields, while rare, can result from unsecured loads or debris from other vehicles, emphasizing the importance of proper cargo securing and road maintenance.
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The Minnesota Department of Public Safety encourages drivers to report any road hazards or unsecured loads to prevent such dangerous occurrences.
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Wearing seat belts significantly reduces the risk of injury in unexpected incidents, as demonstrated in this case where both occupants were properly restrained.
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Prompt response from emergency services, including local sheriff’s offices and ambulance teams, plays a crucial role in providing immediate care and ensuring road safety following traffic incidents.