Grafton, ND (May 7, 2026) – A 66-year-old cyclist suffered serious injuries Thursday morning after being struck by a commercial truck along ND Highway 17 in Grafton.
According to the North Dakota State Patrol, the crash occurred around 9:17 a.m. near mile marker 127.5 within the city limits of Grafton.
Investigators said the cyclist, a 66-year-old woman from Grafton, was traveling eastbound on the sidewalk alongside Highway 17 when she attempted to cross the roadway northbound. During the crossing attempt, she was struck by an eastbound 2005 Peterbilt 379 commercial truck operated by a 46-year-old man from Grafton.
Emergency crews from Valley Ambulance and Rescue Service responded to the scene and transported the woman to Unity Medical Center in Grafton before she was later transferred to Altru Hospital in Grand Forks for additional treatment of serious injuries.
Officials reported that the truck driver was not injured in the collision and was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. Authorities also noted that the cyclist was not wearing a helmet.
The North Dakota State Patrol, Grafton Police Department, and local emergency responders assisted at the scene.
The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured cyclist as she recovers.
Bicycle and Commercial Vehicle Crash Risks
Collisions involving bicycles and large commercial vehicles can result in severe injuries due to the size and weight differences between the vehicles involved. Intersections, roadway crossings, and areas with mixed pedestrian and vehicle traffic can present significant hazards for cyclists.
Safety officials encourage cyclists to remain highly visible, use designated crossings whenever possible, and wear protective equipment such as helmets. Drivers of commercial vehicles are also reminded to remain alert for bicyclists and pedestrians, particularly in urban areas and near intersections.
