PETERSBURG, ND (July 7, 2025) – A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 and First Avenue in Petersburg left one person seriously injured Monday afternoon, according to the North Dakota Highway Patrol.
Accident Details: The collision happened shortly after 2:00 p.m. when a 2023 Hyundai Tucson and a 1999 Freightliner semi-truck pulling a grain trailer collided at the intersection. Authorities say the Freightliner was traveling northbound on North Dakota Highway 32, attempting to cross U.S. Highway 2 onto First Avenue, when the Hyundai struck the right side of the truck.
The Hyundai came to rest in the east ditch of First Avenue, while the Freightliner ended up in the west ditch.
The 69-year-old male driver of the Hyundai, from Minnewaukan, was not injured. However, his passenger, a 66-year-old woman, sustained serious injuries. Both occupants of the Hyundai were wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.
The driver of the Freightliner, a 46-year-old man from Scottsbluff, Nebraska, was not injured.
Investigation and Legal Considerations: The North Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. In truck-related accidents, law enforcement typically reviews whether commercial drivers followed traffic rules, including yielding at intersections and ensuring safe crossings. Investigators also assess driver attentiveness, visibility, and the configuration of the roadway to determine fault.
Serious injuries in trucking collisions often lead to significant medical expenses and long-term recovery needs. Victims and their families may have legal options if negligence or improper vehicle operation is found.
We send our best wishes to the injured passenger and hope for a full recovery.
Source: Grand Forks Herald