Rochester: Pedestrian Struck on Hwy 52, No Serious Injuries

Olmsted County (trfnews.i234.me) — A woman was injured when she was struck by a Toyota Rav4 while crossing Highway 52 in Rochester, according to the Rochester Police Department.

The crash was reported at 6:19 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, near milepost 56 on northbound Highway 52. The road conditions were dry at the time of the incident.

What happened

The report says a female pedestrian was walking across Highway 52 when a 2015 Toyota Rav4, traveling northbound, collided with her in the lane.

The police report did not include details about the pedestrian’s condition or the exact cause of the collision. Alcohol was not involved in the crash, and the driver was wearing a seatbelt.

Rochester: Pedestrian Struck on Hwy 52, No Serious Injuries

Driver identified

The driver of the Toyota was identified as Jama Abdulkadir Diriye, 34, of Rochester. The report lists no injuries to the driver, and he was not transported to a healthcare facility.

Response and next steps

Rochester Police, Rochester Fire Department, and Mayo Ambulance responded to the scene. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.

Pedestrians and drivers are urged to be cautious, especially when crossing busy highways. Further details may be released later, depending on the investigation.

For road updates and traffic conditions, drivers can visit Minnesota 511. Public information is available from the Rochester Police Department and the Minnesota State Patrol.