Lynd, MN (April 25, 2025) – An injury accident involving a school bus and a passenger vehicle occurred Wednesday afternoon at the intersection of Highway 19 and County Rd 5 in Lynd Township, Lyon County. First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash, with non-life-threatening injuries reported among those involved.
According to officials, a 2018 Bluebird school bus was traveling north on County Rd 5 when it collided with a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox heading west on Highway 19. The crash, which took place at approximately 3:53 p.m., prompted emergency response from the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office and North Ambulance services. The road was reported to be dry at the time of the incident.
The driver of the Equinox, 57-year-old Paulette June Meester of Minneota, was wearing a seat belt at the time and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. She was transported to Marshall Hospital for medical treatment. The bus driver, 69-year-old Brian Ray Obe, also of Minneota, was uninjured. There was at least one juvenile passenger aboard the school bus who sustained non-life-threatening injuries but was not transported to a hospital.
Investigators have not cited any involvement of alcohol, and both drivers were reportedly properly restrained at the time of the crash. Authorities continue to look into the specifics of how the collision occurred at this rural intersection.
Our thoughts are with all parties affected by this crash, particularly the young passengers aboard the school bus.
School Bus and Passenger Vehicle Collisions in Minnesota
Crashes involving school buses are rare but can be particularly concerning given the potential for child passengers to be involved. Minnesota, with its broad network of rural and semi-rural roads, sees a number of these types of accidents each year, often at intersections without stoplights or where visibility may be limited.
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, school bus-related crashes have declined slightly over recent years thanks to improved safety features and enhanced driver training. However, accidents do still occur—often during school commuting hours or at rural junctions like Highway 19 and County Rd 5 in Lynd Township.
It is critical for both school bus drivers and other motorists to exercise extreme caution at these intersections. Motorists should reduce speed, remain vigilant for large vehicles crossing, and ensure full stops where required. Meanwhile, school bus operators are trained to adhere to strict safety protocols when navigating such crossings.
For those injured in such crashes, it is essential to receive medical care, document all events accurately, and understand the support available under Minnesota law. Both personal and vehicular recovery processes can benefit from guidance tailored to such complex incidents.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.
