SAINT CLOUD, Benton County, Minn., Oct. 10, 2026 — Two drivers were taken to a hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening after a two-vehicle crash on Thursday morning, October 8, on eastbound Highway 23 near Edgemont Drive NE in Saint Cloud.
The Minnesota State Patrol said a Chevy Colorado was turning westbound onto Highway 23 from Edgemont Drive when it collided with a GMC Acadia traveling eastbound on the highway. The crash happened around 6:32 a.m. Roads were dry at the time.
The driver of the Chevy, identified as 60-year-old Bradley Allen Yde of St. Cloud, was taken to St. Cloud Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the GMC, 25-year-old Alexandra Karla Wuebkers, also of St. Cloud, was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries as well. Mayo Ambulance and the Benton County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene.
Sgt. Jesse Grabow is listed as the contact for the state patrol's report, which investigators say is believed to be complete. No further details on the cause of the crash have been released.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes and What the Numbers Show
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 6,138,359 police-reported traffic crashes occurred in 2023. A large share of those crashes happen at or near intersections, where a vehicle turning across traffic has to judge the speed and distance of oncoming cars in a matter of seconds.
Left-turn and cross-traffic collisions like these remain one of the most common crash patterns reported each year, in part because they depend on a driver's split-second read of gaps in traffic that can be misjudged even on clear, dry roads. Visibility, vehicle speed, and the width of the roadway being crossed all factor into how commonly these crashes occur and how serious the resulting injuries are.
Highway corridors with higher posted speeds tend to produce more severe outcomes when a turning vehicle and through traffic meet, simply because there's less time to react and more energy involved in the collision. That pattern holds across the country, not just on any one stretch of road.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does speed affect the severity of a crash?
Higher speeds reduce the time a driver has to react and increase the force of impact, which generally means more serious injuries and vehicle damage even in otherwise similar collisions.
Why is distracted driving considered so risky at intersections?
Judging a safe gap in oncoming traffic requires full attention. Even a glance away from the road can cause a driver to misjudge speed or distance and turn into the path of another vehicle.
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Move to a safe location if possible, check for injuries, call 911, and exchange information with the other driver. Photograph the scene and vehicle positions if you're able, and seek a medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Saint Cloud, Minnesota
If you're involved in a crash in Saint Cloud, start by getting checked out by a medical provider, even if you feel fine at the scene. Some injuries, particularly to the neck, back, or head, aren't obvious right away.
Request a copy of the official crash report once it's available and keep records of any medical visits, vehicle repairs, or missed work tied to the incident. If you're unsure about next steps, local hospital staff and the Minnesota State Patrol's public information contacts can point you toward the right resources.
