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Horse-drawn buggy crash in Fillmore County injures driver, alcohol suspected
By Joseph Swanson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
A horse-drawn buggy driver was injured after colliding with a car on Friday evening in Fillmore County, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Investigators say that the horse-drawn buggy and a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro were both traveling westbound when the crash happened.
The State Patrol l...
Key takeaway Investigators say that the horse-drawn buggy and a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro were both traveling westbound when the crash happened.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The collision between a horse-drawn buggy and a car in Fillmore County raises concerns about the safety of rural roads in Minnesota, particularly where vehicles of vastly different speeds and types share the same highway. As the investigation into the crash continues, local residents may be reminded of the need for increased vigilance and caution when driving on rural roads, where the presence of horse-drawn buggies and other slow-moving vehicles can be a regular occurrence. The fact that alcohol is suspected to be a factor in the crash also highlights the ongoing issue of impaired driving in the state, which can have devastating consequences, especially in areas with limited lighting and visibility. The Minnesota State Patrol's ongoing investigation will likely provide more insight into the circumstances surrounding the crash, and its findings may inform future efforts to improve road safety in rural areas.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A horse-drawn buggy driver was injured after colliding with a car on Friday evening in Fillmore County, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.
Investigators say that the horse-drawn buggy and a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro were both traveling westbound when the crash happened.
The State Patrol l...
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