Ivanhoe, MN — February 10, 2025, Glen Dagel, Idris Hasan and Paulette Hassan were injured in a truck accident at about 2:30 p.m. at U.S. Route 75 and State Highway 19.
Authorities said a northbound 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 and a westbound 2024 Freightliner semi-truck collided in the intersection for an unknown reason.
Dodge driver Glen Nick Dagel, 58, suffered life-threatening injuries in the crash, according to authorities. He was taken to an area hospital after the crash.
Truck driver Idris Nasir Hasan, 38, and passenger Paulette Cora Hassan, 35, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries in the crash. Two infants in the truck were not injured.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the Lincoln County crash at this time. The accident is still being investigated.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
Intersection crashes between passenger vehicles and semi-trucks are rarely simple, and this one likely is no exception. At first glance, it might seem like a routine failure to yield, but without knowing who had the right of way, it’s too early to draw conclusions. The real question isn’t just what happened, but why it happened.
One of the first things investigators should determine is whether either driver had enough time and space to react. Did one of them run a stop sign or red light? Were there visibility issues that made it difficult to see approaching traffic? Reviewing traffic signals, road signage and possible sight obstructions will be key to understanding what went wrong.
Another factor to consider is whether either vehicle was speeding. Large trucks require much more distance to stop than passenger vehicles, so if the Freightliner was moving too fast through the intersection, the driver may not have had enough time to avoid the collision. Black box data from the truck could provide insight into its speed, braking and other key details.
Investigators should also look at whether distraction or fatigue played a role. Was either driver paying full attention to the road? Checking cellphone records, in-cab camera footage and work logs could help determine whether inattention contributed to the wreck.
At this point, it’s impossible to say who, if anyone, is ultimately accountable. But one thing is certain: a thorough investigation must go beyond the crash scene to examine all possible contributing factors. Anything less risks overlooking critical details that could explain why this collision happened.
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