SAINT GEORGE TWP, Benton County, Minn., Oct. 31, 2026 — Two drivers were hurt on Wednesday afternoon, October 28, when their vehicles collided on Highway 95 near Benton County Road 64, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
A Ford Transit van was heading east on Highway 95 while a Chevrolet Silverado pickup was heading west when the two collided near County Road 64, the State Patrol said. The road was wet at the time of the crash.
The van's driver, identified by the State Patrol as 60-year-old Tracee Lynette Weiss of Zimmerman, Minnesota, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to St. Cloud Hospital. The pickup's driver, 75-year-old Richard Raymond Schneider of Foley, Minnesota, also suffered non-life-threatening injuries; the report lists no hospital transport for him. Both were wearing seat belts, the State Patrol said.
The Benton County Sheriff's Office, Foley Fire Department and Mayo Ambulance responded to the scene. The crash remains under investigation, and no cause has been released.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is distracted driving considered such a serious risk on highways?
Even a few seconds off the road at highway speed can close the gap between two vehicles enough to prevent a driver from reacting in time, which is especially dangerous on two-lane roads where opposing traffic passes close by.
How do wet or slick roads contribute to crashes like this one?
Wet pavement reduces tire traction, lengthens stopping distances and makes it easier for a vehicle to drift out of its lane, increasing the chance of a head-on collision on undivided highways.
What should someone do immediately after a crash like this?
Move to a safe spot if possible, call 911, and wait for law enforcement and medical responders to arrive and document the scene before discussing fault.
