Perham Motorcyclist Critical After Hitting Deer

Perham Township (northwestmnnow.com) — A motorcyclist remains in critical condition after hitting a deer Sunday evening in Otter Tail County.

The crash happened October 4 in Perham Township, according to the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities received the crash report at about 5:45 p.m.

The crash occurred in the 45000 block of County Highway 51.

Rider Suffers Serious Injuries

The motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in the collision.

The Sheriff’s Office said the rider remained in critical condition after the crash.

Emergency crews transported the rider to a hospital for initial treatment.

The rider was later flown by air ambulance to a higher-level care facility.

The rider’s name has not been released.

Officials also have not released the rider’s age or hometown.

Further details about the motorcycle were not immediately available.

Perham emergency crews assisted the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office at the scene.

Those agencies included Perham police, firefighters and emergency medical personnel.

Life Link Air Ambulance also assisted with the medical response.

Residents can find public safety information through the Otter Tail County public safety website.

The county also maintains a Sheriff Daily Activity Report with information about calls and incidents.

Officials have not released more information about how the collision happened.

No information was provided about the motorcycle’s speed before the crash.

Authorities also have not announced whether other factors contributed to the collision.

Drivers and riders can encounter deer throughout Minnesota, especially near wooded and rural roads.

Motorists should watch road shoulders and reduce speed when visibility is limited.

Northwest MN Now will provide additional information if authorities release an update.

I’m David Keller reporting for Northwest MN Now News. Visit Northwest MN Now News for more regional coverage.

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