Thief River Falls Crash Sends Two to Hospital

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — Two local drivers were taken to a hospital after a July 18 crash.

The collision happened at 3:22 p.m. near Greenwood Street and Highway 59.

Vehicles Collide at Highway Crossing

Christopher Bruss was driving a 1999 Honda CR-V east on Greenwood Street.

The report said Bruss tried to cross Highway 59.

His Honda then collided with a 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Justin Ramsey, also of Thief River Falls, was driving the Tahoe.

The report did not list any passengers in either vehicle.

It also did not describe the damage to either SUV.

The available report did not describe their injuries or medical conditions.

No other vehicles were listed in the crash report.

The report also gave no details about weather or road conditions.

Authorities did not release more information about the drivers’ treatment.

Bruss was cited for failing to stop at an entrance to a through highway.

The citation is an allegation and does not prove guilt.

Minnesota law requires drivers to stop and yield before entering a through highway.

Readers can review Minnesota’s official right-of-way law online.

The report did not mention any other citations.

It also did not state whether alcohol or distracted driving were suspected.

Drivers should stop fully before crossing a major highway.

They should check both directions before entering traffic.

Extra care is needed when sight lines are blocked.

Motorists should also watch for vehicles traveling at highway speeds.

A driver should enter only when the crossing is clear.

Passengers should always use seat belts in every seating position.

Drivers near busy intersections should avoid phones and other distractions.

They should also leave enough space for sudden stops.

The crash remains a reminder to use care at highway crossings.

Emergency responders transported both drivers for medical evaluation.

No further information was included in the report provided to TRF News.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.