Milaca, MN (June 28, 2026) – A motorcycle rider was hurt in a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 23 and 10th Avenue in Milaca, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
The crash happened around 4:57 p.m. on Friday, June 26, when a 2018 Honda CR-V was stopped at the intersection while a 2018 Harley-Davidson FLHX motorcycle was traveling east on Highway 23. The two vehicles collided at the intersection.
The motorcycle rider, 40-year-old Timothy Michael Anderson of Shoreview, was taken to North Memorial Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Honda driver, 74-year-old Susan Alese Terborg of Princeton, was not hurt. The cause of the collision remains under review as investigators continue gathering information.
We wish the injured rider a smooth and full recovery.
What Can Affect Safety at Rural Highway Intersections?
Rural highway intersections can present unique driving challenges because vehicles may be traveling at higher speeds than on city streets. Even when one vehicle is stopped before entering or crossing a highway, judging the speed and distance of approaching traffic can be difficult. Clear visibility, proper signaling, and patience are all factors that help reduce the chance of a serious roadway encounter.
Motorcyclists also face additional risks because they are smaller and may be harder for other drivers to notice, especially at intersections. Wearing a helmet and other protective gear can help reduce the severity of injuries in a crash. Drivers can improve overall roadway safety by carefully checking for motorcycles before turning, crossing traffic, or pulling into an intersection.
