One Dead, Two Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash in Virginia
VIRGINIA, M.N. — A 35-year-old woman has died and two others were injured following a three-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in the city of Virginia, according to local police.
Crash Happened Friday Afternoon
Officers responded around 2:48 p.m. on September 5 to the 600 block of 2nd Avenue North, where three vehicles had collided.
When officers arrived, they found one of the drivers, a 35-year-old woman, unresponsive. She was transported to a local hospital but later pronounced dead.
Two Others Hurt
The two other drivers sustained injuries but were not fatally hurt, officials said. Their names and conditions have not yet been released.
Investigation Ongoing
Police confirmed that the crash remains under investigation as they work to determine the cause. No details have been provided about possible contributing factors, such as speed or impairment.
This tragic incident is the latest in a series of serious crashes in northern Minnesota communities, sparking renewed concern over roadway safety.
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