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2 motorcyclists seriously hurt in Farmington crash
By Emily Baude at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Two motorcyclists were seriously injured after a crash in Farmington on Saturday evening.
Farmington officers responded to a report of a crash at the intersection of Highway 3 and Spruce Street around 6:40 p.m., according to a social media post from Farmington police.
In a later update from...
Key takeaway In a later update from the Minnesota State Patrol, Troopers said a Toyota Rav 4 was travelling north on Highway 3 when it’s driver attempted to make a U-turn from the center lane of the roadway as it approached Spruce Street.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The crash at Highway 3 and Spruce Street in Farmington raises concerns about the safety of motorcyclists in the Twin Cities area. As the weather warms up, more motorcyclists are taking to the roads, increasing the risk of accidents. This incident highlights the need for drivers to be aware of their surroundings and follow traffic laws, particularly when it comes to navigating intersections and making turns. The fact that the Toyota Rav 4's driver attempted to make a U-turn from the center lane, crossing over into the left lane of traffic, demonstrates a lack of caution that can have devastating consequences. The community will be watching as the investigation into this crash continues, and hoping for the recovery of the two seriously injured motorcyclists, both of whom are local residents. The incident may also prompt a review of traffic patterns and safety measures at this intersection to prevent similar accidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Two motorcyclists were seriously injured after a crash in Farmington on Saturday evening.
Farmington officers responded to a report of a crash at the intersection of Highway 3 and Spruce Street around 6:40 p.m., according to a social media post from Farmington police.
In a later update from...
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