Thief River Falls UTV Rollover Involves 12-Year-Old

Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) — No injuries were reported after a 12-year-old girl rolled a UTV Monday west of Thief River Falls.

Sheriff’s deputies responded to the rollover shortly after 8 p.m.

The crash happened near Center Avenue North and 180th Street.

Authorities said the girl was operating a Polaris Ranger when the vehicle rolled.

No injuries were reported following the crash.

Deputies Respond to UTV Rollover

Emergency responders were called to the area after receiving a report about the overturned utility vehicle.

The incident occurred in a rural area west of Thief River Falls.

The circumstances leading to the rollover were not immediately detailed.

Authorities have not reported whether anyone else was riding inside the Polaris Ranger.

No ambulance transports or serious injuries were reported in the initial information.

Additional details about possible vehicle damage were also not immediately available.

Utility terrain vehicles are widely used for recreation, farming, hunting and transportation across northern Minnesota.

Young operators face additional safety requirements when driving ATVs and similar off-road vehicles.

Safety officials encourage riders to use helmets and other protective equipment whenever operating these vehicles.

Drivers should also travel at safe speeds and use extra care on uneven surfaces.

Seat belts should be used when the vehicle is equipped with them.

Passengers should remain seated in designated areas while a UTV is moving.

Parents can review youth riding requirements through the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ATV safety page.

The DNR also provides information about required training and operating rules for younger riders.

Monday’s incident ended without any reported injuries despite the vehicle rolling over.

Sheriff’s deputies handled the response at the scene.

No further information about the crash was immediately released.

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.