Aitkin County ATV Crash Claims Two Lives
A father and his daughter were killed in an ATV crash in Aitkin County on Friday afternoon, according to the Sheriff's Office.
Authorities said 48-year-old Jacob Jeurissen was operating a 2018 Polaris RZR Turbo 1000, with his 18-year-old daughter, Kiara Jeurissen, as the passenger when the vehicle flipped and rolled multiple times. The crash occurred on a minimum-maintenance road linking the Blind Lake ATV trail to the Macville Township road system.
Emergency responders received a 911 call from family members riding behind the victims at approximately 2:30 p.m. Upon arrival, deputies discovered both individuals wearing five-point harnesses but not helmets. Investigators noted they suffered severe head injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene.
Speed is believed to be a contributing factor in the accident. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the incident, and an investigation is ongoing.
No further details have been released.