DARWIN TWP, Meeker County, Minn., Nov. 14, 2026 — A 70-year-old ATV driver suffered life-threatening injuries in a three-vehicle crash on Thursday morning, November 12, at the intersection of Highway 12 and 650th Avenue, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The ATV was headed north on 650th Avenue when it collided with a Chevrolet Silverado traveling west on Highway 12 and a Ram 1500 pickup traveling east on the highway. The crash was reported around 7:56 a.m. on a dry road surface.
The ATV driver, identified as Neil Iver Holmgren of Litchfield, Minnesota, was taken to Meeker Memorial Hospital with life-threatening injuries, the state patrol reported. The drivers of the two pickups, an 18-year-old from Cokato and a 48-year-old from Willmar, were not injured, nor was a 30-year-old passenger in the Ram 1500, also from Willmar.
The Meeker County Sheriff's Office, Litchfield Police Department, fire crews and rescue personnel responded to the scene along with state troopers. The state patrol said the information gathered so far is believed to be complete, though the circumstances that led to the crash remain under review.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Intersection Crashes in Minnesota
This bicycle crash happened at Highway 12 and 650th Avenue in DARWIN TWP, MN. Our Minnesota intersections page covers intersection crashes across Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should someone involved in a multi-vehicle crash with an ATV do afterward?
Anyone involved should seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor, notify their insurance provider, and request a copy of the official crash report once it becomes available from the investigating agency.
Do ATVs have the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicles on public roads?
Rules vary by state and road type. In many areas, ATVs crossing or briefly using public roads must follow standard traffic laws, including right of way at intersections, though some roads restrict ATV use entirely.
What factors do investigators look at in intersection crashes involving multiple vehicle types?
Investigators typically review the speed and path of each vehicle, sight lines at the intersection, road and weather conditions, and whether any traffic control devices were present or functioning.
