Hibbing, MN (October 23, 2024) – A motor vehicle accident occurred on Eastbound Highway 37 at Lauhala Road on Tuesday morning, resulting in injuries. At approximately 8:15 a.m., emergency responders were alerted to the scene following reports of a collision involving two vehicles.
Preliminary investigations revealed that a 2012 Mazda 3, driven by 27-year-old Tristen Brian Lovejoy, was stopped on Eastbound Highway 37, waiting to make a left-hand turn. A 2012 Ford Taurus, operated by 39-year-old Victoria Ann Edman, was traveling behind the Mazda when it struck the vehicle. Fortunately, both drivers were wearing their seat belts at the time of the accident.
Emergency responders transported Lovejoy to Fairview Range Medical Center for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Edman did not require medical attention at the scene.
The road conditions were reported as dry at the time of the incident, and no outside agencies were involved in the response. The Minnesota State Patrol is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash to determine any contributing factors.
Our thoughts are with those affected by this accident, and we wish for a swift recovery for the injured.
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