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State Patrol investigating fatal crash with semi in Watonwan County
By Emily Baude at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A person is dead after a crash with a semi on Highway 60 in southern Minnesota on Saturday.
A State Patrol report says a Ford Bronco, driven by a man with one female passenger, was traveling southbound on 660th Avenue in Watonwan County when it collided with a semi heading westbound on Highway...
Key takeaway A State Patrol report says a Ford Bronco, driven by a man with one female passenger, was traveling southbound on 660th Avenue in Watonwan County when it collided with a semi heading westbound on Highway 60.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The fatal crash in Watonwan County is a sobering reminder of the risks associated with rural highways in southern Minnesota. As the State Patrol investigates the collision between the Ford Bronco and the semi on Highway 60, residents of the Twin Cities metro area should be aware of the potential dangers that exist just outside their doorstep. The fact that the crash occurred at an intersection of a county avenue and a state highway highlights the need for caution when navigating these types of intersections, where traffic volumes and speeds can vary greatly. The incident also underscores the importance of the State Patrol's efforts to educate drivers about safe driving practices, particularly when sharing the road with large commercial vehicles like semis. As Minneapolis residents travel to and from southern Minnesota, they should be mindful of these risks and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety on the road.
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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? A person is dead after a crash with a semi on Highway 60 in southern Minnesota on Saturday.
A State Patrol report says a Ford Bronco, driven by a man with one female passenger, was traveling southbound on 660th Avenue in Watonwan County when it collided with a semi heading westbound on Highway...
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