Driver Injured in Two-Car Collision in Fillmore County

A two-car crash in Fillmore County, Minnesota, resulted in an injury on Saturday night, December 27, 2023. The incident occurred around 22:52 local time on U.S. Highway 52 near Canton Township, involving an alcohol-impaired driver.

According to a report from the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2014 GMC Sierra, driven by Daniel L. Yoder, 22, from Mabel, Minnesota, was traveling north when it collided with a 2015 Ford Fusion heading south. The impact of the crash injured the driver of the Ford, a 17-year-old male, who was subsequently transported to Winnmed Hospital-Iowa. His current condition remains unknown.

Yoder and his passenger, a 24-year-old male from Harmony, Minnesota, did not require medical attention following the incident. The State Patrol’s report indicated that Yoder had consumed alcohol prior to the collision.

The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and additional details may emerge as authorities continue their inquiries. Motorists are reminded of the dangers of impaired driving and the importance of making responsible choices.