Motorcyclist Dies in Collision on Highway 61
A 28-year-old man from Hastings died after his motorcycle collided with an SUV in Cottage Grove on Highway 61 at the exit to Highway 95 on Sunday morning. The driver of the SUV was uninjured.
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, July 26, 2026 —
A fatal motorcycle accident occurred on Sunday morning in Cottage Grove, resulting in the death of a 28-year-old man from Hastings. The collision involved a motorcycle and an SUV and took place on Highway 61 at the exit ramp for Highway 95.
The incident happened on Sunday morning. Emergency services responded to the scene following the crash. The motorcyclist sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. The driver of the SUV involved in the collision was reported to be uninjured.
Details regarding the circumstances leading up to the collision have not been fully released. The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating the incident. Further information about the accident, including the exact time and contributing factors, is expected to be provided as the investigation progresses.
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