Mille Lacs County, MN (June 23, 2026) – A 55-year-old woman was injured in a two-vehicle collision on Sunday afternoon at the intersection of Hwy 169 and Hwy 27 in South Harbor Township.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 1:32 p.m. on June 21. Investigators reported that a 2024 Nissan Rogue traveling northbound on Hwy 169 collided with a 2013 Buick Enclave that was traveling southbound through the intersection.
Authorities identified the driver of the Buick as 55-year-old Jessie Jane Kegg of Onamia. She sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Onamia Hospital for treatment.
The Nissan Rogue was driven by 69-year-old Cynthia Marie Jorgenson of Coon Rapids. She was not injured in the collision. A passenger in the Nissan, 77-year-old Cheryl Christine Anderson of Coon Rapids, was also uninjured.
Emergency responders from Isle Ambulance, Onamia Ambulance, Onamia Fire Department, the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office, and a towing service assisted at the scene. The roadway was reported to be dry at the time of the collision. The crash remains under investigation.
We wish the injured woman a full and speedy recovery.
Why Intersection Collisions May End in Serious Injuries?
Intersections are among the most common locations for traffic crashes because vehicles traveling in different directions must safely navigate crossing and turning movements. Even at moderate speeds, the angle of impact in an intersection collision can result in significant vehicle damage and occupant injuries.
Safety equipment such as seat belts and airbags can help reduce the severity of injuries during a crash. In this incident, airbags deployed in both vehicles, and all reported occupants were wearing seat belts.
Investigators reviewing intersection collisions examine vehicle paths, traffic controls, driver statements, and roadway evidence to determine how the crash occurred. These findings can help establish the sequence of events and identify any contributing factors.
