Pine County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 29-year-old driver was hurt in a rollover crash on Highway 23 in Norman Township, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The crash was reported at 10:03 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025. It happened on Highway 23 near milepost 301. The road was listed as dry.
What happened
The State Patrol report says a 2001 Ford Explorer was traveling northbound on Highway 23. The vehicle went off the road into the left ditch. The Explorer then flipped onto its side.
The report did not list a cause in the public details. It also did not say if speed was a factor. No alcohol was listed as involved.
Driver identified
The driver was identified as Gene Donald Eiffler, 29, of Askov. The report lists non-life-threatening injuries. He was taken to Essentia Health Sandstone.
The report lists no airbag deployment. It also lists no seat belt use. Investigators often review scene evidence after rollovers.
Response and safety reminder
Pine County agencies assisted at the scene, the report says. Drivers are urged to slow down and stay alert. A small drift can lead to a ditch rollover.
Seat belt reminders are available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Road and travel updates are posted on Minnesota 511. State Patrol public information is available through the Minnesota State Patrol.
Case information
For more information, call 218-302-6127 and reference ICR 25272667.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.