The Redwood County Sheriff’s Office put out the following News Release regarding a fatal crash on June 27th at 7:19pm at the intersection of County State Access Highway 7 and 400th Street. According to the release, the Redwood County Sheriff’s Office attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation on Access Highway 7 near Belview. The driver accelerated away from the deputies and a brief pursuit ensued. After approximately 3 miles, the vehicle lost control and rolled over near the intersection of Highway 7 and 400th Street. The driver was ejected from the vehicle during the crash. Deputies immediately administered medical aid to the driver, however he was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver was the only occupant in the vehicle and has been identified as 64-year-old Francis Albert Rohlik of Redwood Falls. Assisting agencies included the MN State Patrol, the Yellow Medicine County Sheriff’s Department, Belview Fire Department, Belview First Responders, MN DNR, CentraCare Ambulance and North Memorial AirCare. The MN State Patrol is investigating the crash.
Redwood County Sheriff News Release
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Windom Police Department reported 113 calls in the week of June 21st to June 27th. Officers had 19 Directed Patrols, 4 Animal Related Calls, 2 Concerns for Welfare, 1 Drug Complaint, 3 Motor Assists and 2 Parking Violations. Windom Police Officers investigated 2 Frauds, 1 Suspicious Activity, 1 Suspicious Person, 2 Suspicious Vehicles, 3 Alarms, 4 Driving Complaints, 1 Vandalism and 3 Thefts. Officers responded to , 2 Civil Disputes, 1 Disturbance,1 Indecent Exposure and conducted 35 Traffic Stops. A full listing of all calls in the Windom Police Department’s Weekly Citizens Report is available by clicking the link below.
Windom Police Weekly Citizen Report
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Looking for something fun to wrap up the summer? Teens, tweens, and families are invited to the free Unbound Teen Lit Fair on Monday, August 3rd from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Southwest Minnesota State University Conference Center in Marshall. Meet Minnesota authors, enjoy free caricatures, play tabletop games, make crafts, and take part in fun activities like trivia and blackout poetry. No registration is needed, and everyone ages 12 and up are welcome. For more information, visit the Plum Creek Library System website or the Unbound Teen Lit Fair event page on Facebook.
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The Lakefield Police Department is reminding area seniors and their families that help is available through local community resources. As part of its Smart Solutions Sunday campaign, the department is highlighting programs that provide assistance with health care, nutrition, transportation, housing, and other services that help older adults remain independent. Officials say knowing where to turn for support can make a big difference in maintaining quality of life. To learn more about resources available in the area, visit DVHHS Community Resources or call 507-662-5353 for assistance.
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As a reminder, coming up tomorrow, Wednesday July 1st, is the monthly test of the Emergency Warning Siren System. The City of Windom has an outdoor warning system and it is tested the first Wednesday of each month. If you would like to learn more about this go to windommn.com
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