Crow Wing County (trfnews.i234.me) was the site of a rear-end collision Thursday morning after a vehicle slowed to the shoulder and was struck from behind.
The crash occurred at 10:48 AM on March 6, 2025, at the intersection of Highway 371 and Gull Lake Dam Road NW in West Crow Wing Unorganized Township.
Crash Details & Emergency Response
Authorities reported that a 2012 Chevy Impala was traveling southbound on Highway 371 when it slowed and moved toward the southbound shoulder. At that moment, a 2013 Chevy Silverado, also traveling southbound, crashed into the rear of the Impala.
The Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office and North Ambulance responded to the scene.
Injuries & Hospitalization
- Alyssa Larae Pagel (43) of Brainerd, MN, driver of the Chevy Impala, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to St. Joe’s Hospital in Brainerd for treatment.
- Lamont Vernon Peterson (70) of Pine River, MN, driver of the Chevy Silverado, was not injured.
Authorities confirmed that:
Both drivers were wearing seatbelts
Airbags did not deploy Alcohol was NOT a factor
Investigation & Road Safety Reminders
With dry road conditions reported at the time of the crash, law enforcement is investigating the cause of the collision. Distracted driving and following too closely are common factors in rear-end crashes, which account for nearly 30% of all traffic accidents.
This incident highlights the importance of maintaining a safe following distance, especially at high speeds on Highway 371 in Crow Wing County (trfnews.i234.me).
Did you know?
Rear-end crashes are among the most frequent types of traffic accidents, with over 1.7 million occurring annually in the U.S.. Studies show that distracted driving and sudden braking are leading causes.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News