Fergus Falls Twp, MN (February 8, 2025) – Emergency crews responded to an injury crash on Interstate 94 near mile marker 51 in Fergus Falls Township, Otter Tail County, on Thursday night.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:41 p.m. when a 2018 Ford Focus merging onto eastbound I-94 collided with a 2016 Lincoln MKX traveling in the same direction, resulting in a rear-end crash. Emergency responders, including Ringdahl Ambulance and Alex/Viking Towing, were quick to the scene, providing care to the injured victim.
The driver of the Ford Focus, Tori Corrine Ione Mcdougald, a 31-year-old from Nashua, MN, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Lake Region Hospital in Fergus Falls for treatment. Authorities confirmed that she was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the collision. The driver of the Lincoln, Cameron Dean Osmondson, 29, of Battle Lake, MN, and his passenger, Mckenna Erin Osmondson, 25, were not injured in the crash.
Airbags were not deployed in either vehicle, and alcohol was not a factor in the incident. The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating the cause of the collision. Our thoughts are with those affected by this accident.
Rear-End Collisions in Minnesota
Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of accidents on Minnesota roadways, especially on busy highways like Interstate 94. These types of crashes often occur due to factors such as following too closely, distracted driving, or sudden braking. High-speed roadways increase the potential for severe injuries even in seemingly minor collisions.
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, there were over 20,000 rear-end crashes reported in the state in 2024, many of which resulted in injuries requiring medical attention. Drivers are encouraged to maintain a safe following distance and remain vigilant while merging onto high-speed interstates to reduce the risk of collisions.
Victims of rear-end accidents may face medical expenses, time away from work, and emotional stress following a crash. Minnesota’s comparative fault laws allow injured parties to seek compensation if another driver’s negligence contributed to the accident. Even if both parties share some responsibility, victims can still pursue a claim provided their share of fault does not exceed 50%.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a rear-end collision in Fergus Falls Twp or elsewhere in Minnesota, you may have legal options to pursue compensation. For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.