Princeton Township, MN (April 1, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash on Sunday morning, March 29, on Highway 95 in Mille Lacs County injured several people.
The collision occurred around 11:01 a.m. when a westbound 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan attempted a left turn onto 100th Avenue and was rear-ended by a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The Hyundai driver, 67-year-old Martha Steele Frady of Foley, and two Dodge passengers, Erica Louise Dirks, 44, and Janet Louise Dirks, 74, both of Zimmerman, were taken to M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. The Dodge driver, Brant Archer Dirks, 41, and his passenger, Bruce Alroy Dirks, 72, were not injured.
The road was reported dry at the time. Princeton Fire and Police, Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office, and North Memorial Health Ambulance assisted at the scene.
Authorities continue to investigate the crash.
We are thinking of those injured as they recover.
How Rear-End Crashes During Turns Can Cause Injuries
Collisions that occur when a vehicle slows or stops to turn can lead to rear-end crashes, especially if the following driver is unable to react in time. Vehicles carrying multiple passengers may have a higher risk of injury for those inside.
Emergency responders focus on quickly assessing injuries and ensuring all patients are transported safely. Roadway conditions, driver attention, and following distance are key factors in preventing these types of accidents.
