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An 87-year-old woman was tragically killed in Cottage Grove after running a red light, authorities reported. The incident occurred at 2:45 p.m. when a Chevrolet Camaro failed to stop at a red arrow while turning left onto Highway 95 from Highway 61. A Dodge Ram Pickup traveling southbound on Highway 61 with a green light collided with the Camaro, resulting in the death of the Camaro driver, identified as Hazel Mitchell Johnson, who was not wearing a seat belt. The 37-year-old Ram driver from Hastings is expected to survive and was taken to Regions Hospital for treatment. Stay updated on local news in Woodbury with free, real-time updates from Patch.

Tragic Accident Claims Life of 87-Year-Old Woman in Cottage Grove, MN

An unfortunate incident occurred in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, where an 87-year-old woman lost her life in a road accident. The Minnesota State Patrol reported that the fatal crash took place on Tuesday afternoon, involving a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro and a 2015 Dodge Ram Pickup.

Details of the Accident

At approximately 2:45 p.m., the Camaro, driven by Hazel Mitchell Johnson of Hastings, was traveling northbound on Highway 61. Ignoring a red arrow signal, Johnson attempted to make a left turn onto Highway 95. Meanwhile, a Dodge Ram Pickup, driven by a 37-year-old resident of Hastings, was heading southbound on Highway 61 with a green light. The two vehicles collided at the intersection, resulting in a tragic outcome.

Victims of the Crash

Tragically, Hazel Mitchell Johnson, who was not wearing her seat belt at the time of the accident, succumbed to her injuries. The 87-year-old woman’s life was cut short in the blink of an eye. On the other hand, the driver of the Ram Pickup, though injured, is expected to survive. He was promptly transported to Regions Hospital for medical treatment.

Community Response

The news of this devastating incident has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit community of Cottage Grove. Residents have come together to offer support and condolences to the families affected by the tragedy. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and adhering to traffic regulations to prevent such heart-wrenching accidents.

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