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Man, 70, dies in UTV crash in Crow Wing County
By Kyle Brown at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 4, 2026
· 1 min read
Authorities say a 70-year-old man died Friday after he crashed a UTV Friday afternoon in Crow Wing County.
According to the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office, the driver crashed the UTV on County Road 22, about half a mile east of Highway 25 and roughly 7 miles southeast of Brainerd.
The ma...
Key takeaway According to the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office, the driver crashed the UTV on County Road 22, about half a mile east of Highway 25 and roughly 7 miles southeast of Brainerd.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The fatal UTV crash in Crow Wing County raises concerns about off-road vehicle safety in rural areas surrounding the Twin Cities. As residents in Minneapolis and the surrounding communities often venture out to nearby counties for outdoor recreation, incidents like this serve as a stark reminder of the risks involved. The fact that the crash occurred on a county road, rather than a designated off-road trail, may prompt local authorities to review safety protocols and regulations for UTV operation on public roads. Furthermore, the airlift to North Memorial Health Hospital in Robbinsdale highlights the critical role that emergency medical services play in responding to accidents in outlying areas, and the need for continued investment in these services to ensure timely and effective care for those in need.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Authorities say a 70-year-old man died Friday after he crashed a UTV Friday afternoon in Crow Wing County.
According to the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office, the driver crashed the UTV on County Road 22, about half a mile east of Highway 25 and roughly 7 miles southeast of Brainerd.
The ma...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 4, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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