“Two-Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Millville Man, Teen Hospitalized”

A tragic two-vehicle crash in Wabasha County, Minnesota claimed the life of a Millville man and left a teenager injured on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred along Highway 63 in Mount Pleasant Township, southwest of Lake City, and was reported shortly after 4:30 p.m. The crash resulted in the closure of a section of the highway for nearly four hours.

According to the state crash report, the collision involved a northbound SUV and a southbound car on the two-lane highway. The car driver, identified as 26-year-old Spencer Davis Sommerfield, was pronounced dead at the scene. The 16-year-old boy who was driving the SUV was transported to St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester. The extent of his injuries has not yet been disclosed, and his name and hometown have not been released.

The report also states that Sommerfield was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash, and it is currently unknown if alcohol played a role in the incident. In response to the fatal collision, the Wabasha County Sheriff’s Office, Lake City Police Department, Lake City Fire Department, and Lake City Ambulance all provided assistance.

This tragic accident serves as a reminder of the importance of wearing seatbelts and practicing safe driving habits. It also highlights the need for ongoing efforts to improve road safety and reduce the number of accidents on our highways. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and more details may be revealed as authorities gather additional information.

Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of Spencer Davis Sommerfield during this difficult time. May they find comfort and strength as they mourn the loss of their loved one..