Clifford, ND (February 25, 2026) – A 46-year-old man from Grand Forks County was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash in Traill County. The accident happened just after 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 24, along ND Hwy 18 near Clifford.
It was reported that the man was driving a Ford Step Van westbound when it collided with an eastbound Kenworth truck and trailer. The front left of the van struck the front left of the truck and continued scraping along the truck’s left side. Both vehicles later came to rest in a nearby ditch.
The Ford driver, a resident of Grand Forks Air Force Base, was taken by air to a hospital in Fargo with serious injuries. The 42-year-old Kenworth driver from Larimore was not hurt. It was confirmed that both men were wearing seat belts at the time of the collision.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as they become available.
Our thoughts are with the injured individual as they continue to recover.
What Happens If the At-Fault Driver Is Uninsured?
When the at-fault driver does not carry insurance, recovery for injuries and vehicle damage can become more complicated. In many states, uninsured motorist (UM) coverage allows an injured person to file a claim through their own auto policy for medical bills, lost wages, and certain other damages. Property damage may also be covered if uninsured motorist property damage (UMPD) coverage is included. If no such coverage exists, the injured person may need to pursue compensation directly from the uninsured driver, which can be difficult if that driver lacks financial resources. Policy limits, deductibles, and state laws all affect how much compensation may be available.
