Elgin Twp, MN (August 5, 2025) – A head-on collision involving two vehicles occurred Tuesday morning on Wabasha Co Rd 25 at 315th Ave, just west of Elgin in Wabasha County. The crash happened around 7:31 a.m. and resulted in injuries to one driver, prompting a response from multiple emergency agencies.
Medics and fire crews worked to assist those suffering from injuries after the collision. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash involved a 2018 Dodge Ram traveling westbound and a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan traveling eastbound when the two vehicles collided head-on. The driver of the Dodge Grand Caravan, identified as 42-year-old Peterson Roy Peterson of Rochester, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to MCHS Rochester St. Marys for treatment.
The driver of the Dodge Ram, identified as 29-year-old Drew Douglas Wiskow Davis, also of Rochester, reportedly fled the scene but had been identified prior to the crash by the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities confirmed that airbags deployed in both vehicles. No injuries were reported for Davis, and further details on the circumstances leading up to the crash are still under investigation.
The collision occurred on a dry roadway and involved response from the Elgin Fire Department, Elgin Ambulance, Wabasha County Sheriff’s Office, and Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office.
Our thoughts are with the injured driver and his family during this time.
Head-On Collisions in Rural Minnesota
Crashes like the one west of Elgin underscore the dangers present on rural roads such as Wabasha Co Rd 25. Head-on collisions often occur when drivers drift across centerlines or attempt to pass in unsafe conditions. These accidents can be particularly severe due to the force involved when two vehicles collide front-first.
In Minnesota, rural counties continue to see a high number of serious injury crashes. Data from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety show that while rural roads make up a smaller percentage of total traffic, they account for a disproportionate number of fatal and serious injury crashes. Factors such as lack of median separation, narrow lanes, and high speeds contribute to this risk.
In situations where one party flees the scene—as occurred in this crash—the legal and recovery process can become even more complex. Victims are encouraged to obtain a copy of the police report, maintain records of medical treatment, and consider legal guidance to protect their rights moving forward.
As this incident remains under investigation, local residents are reminded to stay alert on two-lane roads and to always wear seat belts. Small moments of distraction or poor decision-making can lead to significant consequences on rural highways.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.
