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Lake Elmo, MN Child Dies from Injuries in Traffic Crash

Young Victim Identified as Morgan Rae Petersen

Lake Elmo, MN (KROC-AM News) – Tragedy struck on Saturday evening in Washington County when a young child involved in a traffic crash passed away from her injuries. The victim has been identified as 5-year-old Morgan Rae Petersen, a resident of St. Paul.

Crash Details

The State Patrol reported that the incident occurred on eastbound Highway 36 in Lake Elmo. Petersen was a passenger in a vehicle that had come to a halt in the left traffic lane. Another vehicle traveling at highway speeds crashed into the stalled car from behind, causing critical injuries to the young girl.

Injuries and Hospitalization

Following the collision, Morgan Rae Petersen and three other individuals were transported to Regions Hospital in St. Paul. Fortunately, their injuries were deemed non-life-threatening. Among the injured was a 10-year-old boy who was also a passenger in the stalled vehicle.

Drivers Involved

The driver of the stalled car was identified as 43-year-old Christopher Petersen of St. Paul. The State Patrol stated that 47-year-old Jeffrey Dean Alexander of St. Paul was the driver of the second vehicle involved in the crash.

Increase in Traffic death Toll

The death of Morgan Rae Petersen raises the number of traffic fatalities in Minnesota since late Friday morning to six. This recent increase in tragic incidents has left communities in mourning and authorities concerned.

Another Traffic Fatality Under Investigation

Early Sunday morning, another traffic fatality occurred, possibly due to a medical emergency. On Highway 62 in Edina, a vehicle collided with the median barrier, resulting in the death of a 42-year-old man. The State Patrol is still working on identifying the victim.

Body Found in River Crash

The Redwood County Sheriff’s Office has released information regarding a tragic incident that took place on Friday. The body of 30-year-old Thaddeus Lorenz was discovered in a vehicle that had crashed into the Minnesota River. The circumstances surrounding the crash, which occurred northwest of Redwood Falls, are currently under investigation.

Collision with Semi-Truck Claims Two Lives

On Friday morning, a collision between a vehicle and a semi-truck resulted in the deaths of two individuals. The incident occurred on a highway near Minnetrista, where 40-year-old Darren Tomber of Watertown and 32-year-old Shaun Jacobson of Brooten lost their lives. The collision involved vehicles traveling in opposite directions.

Single-Vehicle Crash in Itasca County

In Itasca County on Saturday morning, a 37-year-old man from Michigan was involved in a single-vehicle crash. The SUV he was driving struck a driveway approach and crashed into trees along the highway. Sadly, the impact proved fatal for the driver.

Conclusion

These recent incidents have brought sorrow and grief to communities across Minnesota. Authorities continue to investigate these crashes to determine their causes and prevent further tragedies on the roads. It is crucial for drivers to exercise caution, follow traffic laws, and remain vigilant to ensure the safety of all road users.

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