Thief River Falls Crash Hits Franklin School Shed

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Police are investigating an early morning crash that ended on the grounds of Franklin Middle School.

The crash was reported at 2:17 a.m. on September 13.

It happened near the intersection of Nora Street and Spruce Avenue.

Yaneli Franco was driving a Buick at the time of the crash.

Police said the vehicle eventually struck a football shed at Franklin Middle School.

Michael Rodriguez Lopez was riding as a passenger.

Passenger Suffers Minor Injuries

Police said Rodriguez Lopez suffered minor injuries.

No further details were released about his condition.

Authorities did not report any additional injuries.

The crash caused the Buick to leave the roadway before reaching the school property.

Police have not released more details about what led to the crash.

The investigation remains active.

Franklin Middle School is located in Thief River Falls.

The vehicle struck a football shed on the school grounds.

Police did not immediately release information about damage to the building.

No students were reported to be involved in the crash.

The incident happened during the early morning hours.

Authorities have not announced whether weather, speed or impairment played a role.

Police are continuing to review the circumstances surrounding the crash.

No citations or criminal charges were announced in the initial report.

More details could be released as the investigation continues.

Traffic and safety information is available through the Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety.

Local court information is available through the Minnesota Judicial Branch.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.

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