AUSTIN TWP, Mower County, Minn., Oct. 26, 2026 — A motorcyclist was critically injured on Saturday evening, October 24, when her bike collided with an SUV at the intersection of U.S. Highway 218 and Mower County Road 28, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The crash happened around 7:31 p.m. on a dry roadway, state patrol records show. A Honda VT750 motorcycle was heading north on Highway 218 when it collided with a Nissan Rogue that was traveling east on County Road 28, troopers said.
The motorcyclist, a 52-year-old Rochester woman, suffered injuries described as life-threatening and was taken to St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester. The driver of the Nissan, a 50-year-old Austin man, was not transported and reported no injuries, according to the report.
Mower County Sheriff's Office deputies, Austin police and fire crews, and Mayo Ambulance personnel responded to the scene. The state patrol listed its information on the crash as believed complete as of Saturday night, though the circumstances that led to the collision remain under review.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Crashes are common at intersections, where vehicles traveling in different directions cross paths, and on rural highways, where speeds are higher and cross traffic may be unexpected.
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
Failing to yield the right of way, distracted driving, speeding, and misjudging another vehicle's speed or distance are frequent factors in intersection crashes.
What injuries are most common in motorcycle accidents?
Motorcyclists often suffer broken bones, road rash, head injuries, and internal injuries because they have far less protection than someone riding in a car or truck.
What to Do After a Motorcycle Crash in Austin Twp, Minnesota
If you're involved in a motorcycle crash, call 911 right away and stay as still as possible until emergency responders arrive, especially if you suspect a head, neck, or back injury. Even if you feel capable of moving, let paramedics check you over first since adrenaline can mask serious injuries. Get a full medical evaluation as soon as possible afterward, since some injuries from a motorcycle collision don't show symptoms right away. Keep copies of any police report, medical records, and photos of the scene, and follow up with your doctor if new symptoms appear in the days after the crash.
