Welch Twp, MN (October 21, 2024) – A traffic collision occurred on the afternoon of October 19, resulting in injuries and prompting a response from emergency services. At approximately 4:35 p.m., reports indicated a collision involving two vehicles on Highway 316 near 230th Street East.
According to preliminary reports, a 2018 Subaru Outback and a 2013 Chevy Equinox were traveling northbound on Highway 316 when they made contact near the intersection with 230th Street East. The road conditions were dry at the time of the incident, which may have contributed to the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Emergency responders from Red Wing Fire and Miesville Fire were dispatched to the scene to assist those involved. The driver of the Subaru, John William Makepeace, a 53-year-old male from Holmen, WI, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Red Wing Hospital for further evaluation. He was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the accident, and no alcohol was involved.
The driver of the Chevy Equinox, Ellen Marie Benson, a 74-year-old female from Wabasha, MN, did not report any injuries and did not require medical attention. She was also wearing her seatbelt during the incident, and there was no indication of alcohol involvement.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this unfortunate accident.
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