Sheriff: Distracted Driver Slams Into Deputy’s Vehicle At Crash Scene

A distracted driver slammed into a deputy’s cruiser Monday in St. Louis County, according to Sheriff Gordon Ramsay.

Ramsay posted photos on social media and said the avoidable incident was a big reminder to move over for public safety vehicles and road maintenance workers.

Vehicle that struck Deputy’s vehicle

The deputy was not seriously injured.

Ramsay said the deputy’s SUV was rear-ended while parked at a crash scene on Highway 169 and Campground Road near Mountain Iron.

There was no immediate word on any citations or a possible arrest of the driver.

The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating.

In 2022, there were 422 traffic fatalities in Minnesota, which included 22 incidents involving distractions.