An 84-year-old male died in a Ward County Sunday head-on collision - InForum

Published
June 21, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Burlington, North Dakota
Highway 2
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Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Burlington North Dakota in Burlington, North Dakota: On Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 2:29 p.m., a 2020 Subaru Forester traveling east on Highway 2 near mile marker 136 crossed the median into the westbound lane and struck a 2026 Dodge Ram 150 head‑on one mile west of Burlington, North Dakota. The 84‑year‑old driver of the Subaru died at the scene, while the 68‑year‑old driver of the Dodge sustained serious injuries and was air‑lifted to Minot. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts; road conditions were clear and dry. The crash is under investigation by the North Dakota State Patrol, and the westbound lanes of Highway 2 remained closed for approximately two hours.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Dodge Ram Driver Injured
84-year-old male from Burlington At-fault party

Original reporting

An 84-year-old male died in a Ward County Sunday head-on collision - InForum | Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo news, weather and sports

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