Haven Township, MN (October 15, 2024) – A tragic accident occurred on October 15, at approximately 6:56 AM on Eastbound Highway 10 near Mile Marker 179. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of a collision between two vehicles.
According to preliminary reports, a 2008 Chevrolet Impala was traveling westbound on Highway 10 and was in the process of turning left to head westbound on Lincoln Ave SE when it collided with a 2020 Dodge Ram 2500 that was traveling eastbound. The road conditions were dry at the time of the incident, which allowed for clear visibility.
The driver of the Chevrolet Impala, John Robert Sands, a 75-year-old male from Big Lake, MN, sustained fatal injuries and was not transported to a healthcare facility. He was wearing his seat belt at the time of the accident. The driver of the Dodge Ram 2500, Kevin James Lenzen, a 48-year-old male from Saint Cloud, MN, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was also wearing his seat belt. He did not require medical transport.
Emergency services from the Saint Cloud Police Department and Fire, Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office, and Mayo Ambulance responded to provide assistance and manage the scene. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this fatal accident is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of John Robert Sands during this difficult time.
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