3 Injured in Wadena County Truck Accident
A semi and a pickup collided on Highway 71 on Thursday morning, and three people had injuries that were not life-threatening.
Candice BondThree people were injured in a truck crash on Highway 71 in Wadena County on Thursday, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
How the Highway 71 Collision Unfolded
The Minnesota State Patrol said a semi was traveling northbound on Highway 71 when it collided with a southbound pickup. The pickup was driven by Joan Norris, 57, of Long Prairie, and the State Patrol said her injuries were not life-threatening. Norris was brought to a St. Cloud hospital. Her passenger, Eric Denny, 37, of Mahnomen, also had injuries that were not life-threatening, the State Patrol said, and he was taken to Astera Hospital in Wadena. A third person was also hurt, with injuries that were not life-threatening, but was not taken to a hospital.
Agencies That Responded to the Wadena County Crash
The Wadena County Sheriff's Office, Wadena Police Department, Wadena Ambulance, Astera Health, Bertha ambulance and Life Link assisted the State Patrol at the scene. No charges have been announced. Authorities have not released further details about the investigation.
Early details about a crash can change as investigators learn more. The first news reports are a starting point, not the final word.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Affected by an accident like this?
Here is what people in Minnesota usually need, in the order it comes up.
Emergency care. Emergency rooms must check and stabilize you, even if you can't pay. The bill comes later.
Your vehicle. Tow yards usually charge for every day a towed vehicle sits there.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Hospital bills. Most hospitals have a program that cuts bills for people with low income, and you can apply months after the first bill.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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