MOORE TWP, Stevens County, Minn., Oct. 18, 2026 — A semitrailer and an SUV collided on Friday afternoon, October 16, at a rural intersection in Moore Township, according to a Minnesota State Patrol report. One person was taken to a hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
The report said a 2001 Peterbilt semi was headed north on Highway 9 and was turning left onto County Road 8 when it collided with a 2011 Ford Escape traveling south. The crash happened at the intersection of the two roads around 1:48 p.m. The road surface was dry at the time.
The Ford Escape's driver, identified as Tyler Allen Oelke, 31, of Waterville, Minnesota, was hurt and taken to Stevens County Medical Center. His injuries were described as non-life-threatening. The semi's driver, a 16-year-old boy, was not reported injured.
Stevens County Sheriff's Office deputies responded along with Stevens County Ambulance, Hancock First Responders and Fire, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The State Patrol listed the information on the crash as believed complete as of Friday evening, though the circumstances leading up to the turn remain part of the agency's report.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can drivers do to avoid crashes at intersections like this one?
Slowing down before a turn, checking for oncoming traffic twice, and never assuming another driver will yield can go a long way toward preventing intersection collisions, especially where a larger vehicle is turning across oncoming lanes.
What injuries commonly result from intersection crashes involving a semi and a passenger vehicle?
These crashes usually cause chest and abdominal injuries, broken bones, and head or neck injuries, since a passenger vehicle absorbs much more of the impact than a large truck does.
What usually causes these kinds of intersection collisions?
Common factors include misjudging the speed or distance of oncoming traffic, limited visibility, and turning left across a lane before it's clear.
Does speed make a difference in how severe a crash like this turns out to be?
Yes. Higher speeds mean more force at impact and less time for either driver to react, so crashes at higher speeds tend to cause more serious injuries.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Moore Township, Minnesota
If you're involved in a crash in Moore Township, start by checking yourself and any passengers for injuries and calling 911 if anyone needs help. Move to a safe spot away from traffic if you're able to. Even if you feel fine, it's worth getting checked by a medical provider soon afterward, since some injuries, especially internal ones, don't show symptoms right away. Take photos of the vehicles and the scene if it's safe to do so, and get the names and contact information of anyone involved or who witnessed what happened. Once law enforcement arrives, cooperate with their investigation and ask how to obtain a copy of the official crash report for your records.
