Basic Facts
Crash date: July 23, 2026
Crash location: US 12 & 560th Ave., Grove City, Meeker County, MN
People involved:
- Boom Lift Truck Driver
- Unidentified Passenger
- Willow Sturtz, 29
Do authorities suspect alcohol played a role in this crash?: Unknown
Did authorities recommend criminal charges?: Unknown
Do authorities suspect a product defect caused the crash?: Unknown
Accident Report
July 23, 2026, Willow Sturtz was injured after a boom lift truck accident at around 1:00 p.m. along US Highway 12.
Authorities said in preliminary statements that the crash took place east of Grove City near the intersection of US Highway 12 and 560th Avenue.
According to officials, 29-year-old Willow Sturtz was in an SUV going westbound on US 12. A boom lift truck was going the same direction. In events not clear at this time, the vehicles crossed paths and collided.
Due to the collision, Willow Sturtz reportedly sustained injuries. There were no other reported injuries. Additional details about the crash are unavailable at this time.
How Did This Accident Occur?
Usually when vehicles going the same direction collide, it’s because someone was on their phone, following too closely, or going at an unsafe speed. That said, it’s important investigations cover all possibilities. Maybe someone’s brake lights weren’t working. Someone might have stopped to make a turn without signaling. There could be issues with this stretch of road that need to be addressed. One of the vehicles may have had unexpected mechanical or electrical issues. Ultimately, it’s up to the evidence to say what happened here. Either authorities can show they’ve been digging into all of that evidence, or independent professionals can step in to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.
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