MORRISTOWN, Rice County, Minn., Nov. 3, 2026 — Three people were hurt on Saturday afternoon, October 31, when a pickup truck and a sedan collided at the intersection of Highway 60 and Holland Avenue in Morristown, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The crash happened just after 1 p.m., when a 2016 Ram 1500 heading eastbound on Highway 60 collided with a 2015 Cadillac XTS traveling southbound on Holland Avenue. The road was reported dry at the time.
The Ram's driver, a 61-year-old Waseca woman, and her passenger, a 72-year-old Kimball woman, were both taken to Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato with injuries described as non-life-threatening. The Cadillac's driver and passenger, both 19-year-old Morristown men, were not reported injured. All four occupants were wearing seat belts.
Morristown Fire Department, the Rice County Sheriff's Office and North Ambulance responded to the scene. The cause of the crash has not been released, and the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Minnesota
This crash happened at Highway 60 and Holland Avenue in MORRISTOWN, Minnesota. Our Minnesota intersections page covers intersection crashes across Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can drivers do to avoid intersection crashes like this one?
Slowing down and checking cross traffic before entering an intersection, even with the right of way, helps drivers react to vehicles that may not stop or yield in time.
What injuries are common in intersection collisions?
Side-impact crashes at intersections frequently cause injuries to the head, neck and chest, along with broken bones, even when seat belts are worn.
What typically causes crashes at intersections?
Failing to yield, misjudging another vehicle's speed, and distracted driving are common factors, though the specific cause of any crash is determined by investigators.
Does speed affect how serious a crash is?
Yes. Higher speeds give drivers less time to react and increase the force of impact, which can turn a minor collision into one with serious injuries.
