Three Dead in Motorcycle-SUV Collision in North Branch
NORTH BRANCH, MN—Three individuals were killed in a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV on June 6 shortly before 7 p.m. at the intersection of Lincoln Trail and Hillshire Avenue.
According to North Branch Police, the collision resulted in the deaths of two motorcycle riders: 33-year-old Shelby Walker and 33-year-old Samantha Troff, both from Harris, MN. Also deceased is the driver of the SUV, 74-year-old Pamela Dunn from Shell Lake, WI.
The Wildlife Science Center confirmed that Troff was an employee, and described her as a passionate advocate for nature. A celebration of life for Troff and Walker is scheduled for Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. at Irving & John Anderson County Park in North Branch.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident. No additional details regarding lane closures or emergency response have been released at this time.