Early morning commuters in Morrison County encountered an unexpected disruption this past Thursday. A motorcycle accident on Partridge Road resulted in injuries for 33-year-old Cody Keeler of Oak Park, MN. The Morrison County Sheriff's Office received a report of the accident at approximately 5:59 am, which occurred south of 153rd Street, about four miles east of Pierz, in Hillman Township.
Keeler was reportedly traveling north when he collided with a deer. This incident highlights the ever-present danger of wildlife on rural roads, particularly in these waning summer months when activity is high. Unfortunately, Keeler was not wearing a helmet at the time and had to be transported to St. Gabriel's Hospital. The extent of his injuries remained undisclosed.
Details shared by the Morrison County Sheriff’s Office indicate that multiple agencies responded to the scene. The MN State Patrol, Pierz Fire Department, Pierz First Response Team, and Mayo Clinic Ambulance all assisted in the wake of the accident.
The Sheriff's Office has not yet released additional information regarding the condition of the deer involved. This incident serves as a sobering reminder for motorists to remain vigilant and to always wear proper safety gear. To help possibly prevent such occurrences, experts often recommend taking extra caution during dawn and dusk when wildlife is more likely to stray onto roads.
