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Thief River Falls Trailer Strikes Parked Pickup<\/h2>\n

Thief River Falls<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2014 Police responded to a trailer crash early July 2.<\/p>\n

The accident was reported at 7:16 a.m. near the Cenex on Eighth Street.<\/p>\n

Trailer Separates Near Cenex<\/h2>\n

Jade Hanson was driving a 1993 Dodge Dakota west on Eighth Street.<\/p>\n

The pickup crossed the railroad tracks near the gas station.<\/p>\n

Police said the trailer then became unsecured from Hanson\u2019s vehicle.<\/p>\n

The loose trailer continued moving after separating from the Dodge.<\/p>\n

It rolled toward the Cenex fuel area and struck a parked pickup.<\/p>\n

The damaged vehicle was an unoccupied 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.<\/p>\n

Gary Laidley of Thief River Falls owns the Silverado, according to police.<\/p>\n

Laidley had parked the truck near the gas pumps before the crash.<\/p>\n

The provided report did not list any injuries.<\/p>\n

It also did not describe the amount of damage to either vehicle.<\/p>\n

Driver Receives Traffic Citation<\/h2>\n

Police cited Hanson for a traffic regulation violation after the crash.<\/p>\n

The citation involved a trailer without safety chains or permanent cables.<\/p>\n

Those devices provide an extra connection between a trailer and its towing vehicle.<\/p>\n

They may help keep a trailer connected if the main hitch fails.<\/p>\n

The brief police account described a traffic citation.<\/p>\n

It did not provide details about the trailer, its cargo, or the hitch system.<\/p>\n

Trailer Safety Information<\/h2>\n

Drivers can review state traffic laws through the Minnesota Legislature website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

They can also find road safety information from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Trailer owners should inspect towing equipment before entering public roads.<\/p>\n

Important parts include the hitch, coupler, chains, wiring, lights, tires, and load.<\/p>\n

Connections should be secure before the towing vehicle begins moving.<\/p>\n

Drivers should follow the trailer maker\u2019s instructions and all state requirements.<\/p>\n

Railroad crossings and rough pavement can place added stress on towing equipment.<\/p>\n

A short inspection may help prevent damage, delays, and dangerous road situations.<\/p>\n

Anyone seeking case details should contact the proper court or local law enforcement agency.<\/p>\n

Official records may include information beyond the initial public report.<\/p>\n

The crash happened near fuel pumps, where parked vehicles and customers may be nearby.<\/p>\n

Drivers towing trailers should use extra care in crowded parking and fueling areas.<\/p>\n

The incident caused damage to an unoccupied pickup and led to a citation.<\/p>\n

I’m Adrian Cole, reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.<\/small><\/p>\n

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