Chisholm Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Hibbing Crash
Both Drivers Were Wearing Their Seatbelts
HIBBING, Minn. – A Chisholm man suffered life threatening injuries in a Thursday morning crash on Highway 169 in Hibbing.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, a Ford Escape driving on E 31 Street was crossing Highway 169 when it was hit on the passenger side by a Ford Taurus travelling south on Highway 169.
The 71-year-old male driving the Ford Taurus was taken to Fairview Hibbing for his injuries which were listed as life-threatening.
The 85-year-old female driving the Ford Escape was also taken to Fairview Hibbing, but did not suffer any life-threatening injuries.
Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the crash.
Authorities say alcohol was not a factor in the accident.
The conditions of the drivers are unknown at this time.
