Silver Creek Twp, MN (August 18, 2025) – A two-vehicle crash in Wright County resulted in non-life-threatening injuries early Saturday morning. The collision occurred at approximately 3:25 a.m. near the intersection of 85th Street Northwest and Griffith Ave Northwest in Silver Creek Township.
According to officials from the Minnesota State Patrol and the Wright County Sheriff’s Office, a 2010 Ford Fusion traveling westbound on 85th St NW collided with a 2023 Ford F150 heading eastbound. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
First responders from Maple Lake Fire and Ambulance, along with Allina Ambulance crews, arrived to assist the injured. Two individuals in the Ford Fusion—34-year-old driver Jonathan Wesley Grabowski of Moorhead and 44-year-old passenger Jimmy Joe Burnett of Fargo—sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to Buffalo Hospital for treatment. Neither of the vehicle’s airbags deployed.
The driver of the Ford F150, identified as 41-year-old Adam Lund of Buffalo, was uninjured and did not require hospital transport. He was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, and no alcohol involvement was reported in connection with his role in the incident. Alcohol involvement for the Ford Fusion occupants remains unknown at this time.
Authorities confirmed that road conditions were dry during the crash. No citations or charges have been announced, and the case remains under review.
Our thoughts are with Mr. Grabowski and Mr. Burnett, and we hope for their full and swift recovery.
Head-On Collisions in Minnesota
Crashes like the one on 85th St NW and Griffith Ave NW highlight the dangers associated with head-on collisions, especially along rural routes in townships such as Silver Creek. Despite clear conditions, two vehicles traveling in opposite directions collided, suggesting the possibility of distraction, misjudgment, or another contributing factor.
In Wright County, two-lane rural roads often lack the safeguards seen in urban environments, such as physical medians or dedicated turning lanes. These routes may be deceptively quiet but remain high-risk for serious crashes due to higher travel speeds and limited visibility around curves or rises in the road.
The individuals injured in this crash were transported to Buffalo Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries—thankfully, a relatively positive outcome compared to the often severe nature of head-on impacts. However, even injuries labeled “non-life-threatening” can result in long-term pain, medical treatment, and disruptions to work or daily life.
It’s also important to note that neither vehicle deployed airbags during this crash. This raises additional concerns about vehicle age, technology limitations, and the importance of proper restraint use. While the Ford F150 driver was confirmed to be wearing a seat belt, restraint status for the Fusion occupants remains unclear.
Drivers traveling in rural parts of Minnesota should remain vigilant, especially during overnight and early morning hours when visibility is reduced and fatigue is more likely. Defensive driving, staying within lanes, and minimizing distractions can help prevent tragic outcomes.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a rural highway crash, don’t navigate the aftermath alone. Local Accident Reports is here to connect you with resources for recovery—whether you need medical guidance, insurance support, or legal assistance. Contact us today to take the next step forward with confidence.
