BURNETT COUNTY — A 69-year-old local man has died following a two-vehicle crash in Grantsburg Township, according to the Burnett County Sheriff’s Office.
PRESS RELEASE
On Saturday June 6, 2026, at approximately 4:29 pm, Burnett County dispatch was notified of a two-car crash in Grantsburg Township on STH 70 at Johnson Rd.
A sedan operated by 69-year-old local man slowed to turn off of STH 70 and was struck from behind by an SUV. The man was flown out to North Memorial Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
The driver and occupant of the SUV sustained no injuries.
This case is still under investigation, and names will not be released at this time.
We would like to thank the Siren Police Department, Grantsburg Fire, North Memorial Air Care, North Memorial Ambulance, Anderson’s Towing and the Hennepin Medical Examiner’s Office for their assistance.
— Per Sheriff Tracy Finch
Last Update: Jun 08, 2026 11:51 am CDT
