URGENT UPDATE: A 65-year-old woman from Inver Grove Heights has suffered life-threatening injuries following a serious crash on Highway 18 in Crow Wing County on November 16, 2023. The incident occurred at approximately 8:17 p.m. in Oak Lawn Township, east of Brainerd.
According to reports from the Minnesota State Patrol, the woman, identified as Cynthia Ann Schlussler, was driving a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado when her vehicle veered off the road and collided with trees. Emergency services quickly responded, with both the Brainerd Fire Department and North Memorial Health Ambulance providing assistance at the scene.
Schlussler was immediately transported to CentraCare-St Cloud Hospital, where she is currently receiving critical care. Authorities confirmed that the road conditions were dry at the time of the accident, raising questions about the circumstances leading to this alarming incident.
The community is rallying around Schlussler as family and friends await updates on her condition. This troubling event highlights the ongoing risks associated with driving, even under seemingly favorable conditions.
As investigations continue into the cause of the crash, the Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office is expected to release further details. Local residents are urged to stay vigilant on the roads and report any unsafe driving behavior.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as we gather further information.
