Clay County Crash Claims Life of 98-Year-Old Woman
Clay County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 98-year-old woman has died from injuries suffered in a two-vehicle crash Thursday.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office identified the woman as Doris Olson.
Olson was riding in the front passenger seat when the crash occurred.
She was airlifted to Sanford Medical Center following the collision.
Authorities later announced that Olson died from her injuries.
Crash Happened At Rural Intersection
The collision happened at 60th Avenue South and 70th Street South in Clay County.
According to the sheriff’s office, Olson’s vehicle was traveling east on 60th Avenue South.
The driver stopped at the stop sign at 70th Street South.
The driver told investigators she believed the intersection was controlled by four stop signs.
She then entered the intersection, according to authorities.
Southbound Vehicle Struck Car
A second vehicle was traveling south on 70th Street South.
The sheriff’s office said Olson’s vehicle entered the path of that vehicle.
The southbound vehicle then struck Olson’s car near the front driver’s side tire.
The second vehicle had only its driver inside.
No additional information about that driver’s condition was immediately released.
Another Passenger Injured
A passenger riding in the back seat of Olson’s vehicle also suffered injuries.
That person was transported by ambulance for treatment of minor injuries.
Authorities did not release the passenger’s name.
No other serious injuries were reported in the initial information released by investigators.
Investigation Continues
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The Minnesota State Patrol is assisting with the investigation.
Authorities have not announced whether citations or charges are expected.
Additional details may be released as the investigation continues.
I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News.
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