Barnes County, ND (July 23, 2025) – Emergency responders from the North Dakota Highway Patrol were on the scene of a serious rollover crash reported shortly after midnight Tuesday in Barnes County. The incident occurred at the intersection of County Road 21 and 43rd St SE, just south of Valley City.

According to authorities, a Dodge Ram traveling northbound on County Rd 21 failed to negotiate a curve near the intersection, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway and roll over. The crash resulted in severe injuries to both occupants of the truck.

The driver, a 62-year-old man, and the passenger, a 60-year-old man, were initially taken to Mercy Hospital in Valley City. Both were later transported to Sanford Medical Center in Fargo for further treatment due to the seriousness of their injuries.

The investigation into the crash remains ongoing.

Our thoughts are with the injured individuals and their families, and we hope for their full recovery.

Rollover Crashes in Rural North Dakota

Rural roadways like County Road 21 can pose unique hazards for drivers, especially during nighttime hours. Curved roads with limited lighting or signage often contribute to rollover accidents when drivers fail to maintain control or misjudge the roadway conditions.

According to the North Dakota Department of Transportation, rollover crashes accounted for a significant percentage of serious injury accidents in 2024, particularly in rural counties like Barnes. Excessive speed, driver fatigue, and impairment are common contributing factors.

These types of crashes can have long-lasting physical, emotional, and financial effects. Legal consequences, including criminal charges such as vehicular injury, further highlight the seriousness of such incidents.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a rollover accident, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.