PARTRIDGE TWP, Pine County, Minn., Oct. 24, 2026 — A two-vehicle crash on Highway 23 at Degerstrom Road left one driver with injuries on Thursday afternoon, October 22, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The collision happened in Partridge Township in Pine County.
A Hyundai Sonata was headed south on Highway 23 when a northbound Dodge Ram turned in front of it to head west onto Degerstrom Road. The two vehicles collided at the intersection.
The driver of the Hyundai, a 33-year-old woman from Slinger, WI, was taken to Essentia Health in Sandstone with injuries described as non-life-threatening. Essentia Ambulance responded to the scene. The driver of the Dodge, a 77-year-old man from Bruno, MN, was not reported injured.
Troopers said the road surface was dry at the time of the crash. The case remains on file with the State Patrol, which listed the information as believed complete as of Thursday evening.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
More on Crashes in Partridge TWP, MN
This crash occurred at the intersection of Highway 23 and Degerstrom Road in Partridge TWP, MN. We cover crashes across Pine County as they're reported, and you can browse the latest in our Pine County accident reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most car crashes like this happen?
Intersections and junctions where a driver turns across oncoming traffic are common sites for this type of collision, especially on rural highways where speeds are higher.
What injuries commonly result from intersection crashes?
Drivers and passengers often suffer whiplash, bruising from seatbelts or airbags, and in some cases broken bones, depending on the angle and speed of impact.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Partridge Twp, Minnesota
If you're involved in a crash in a rural area like Partridge Township, stay calm and check on everyone involved before doing anything else. Call for emergency help right away, even if injuries aren't obvious at first. Once you're safe, get a medical evaluation and keep any paperwork from the scene, including the police report number, for your records. Give yourself time to recover, and don't hesitate to follow up with a doctor if new symptoms appear in the days after the crash.
