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Victoria Today
By the People, for the People
Fatal Head-On Crash Kills Hopkins Man
Pickup truck driver suspected of drunk driving in deadly collision
Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:52pm
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The aftermath of a deadly head-on crash exposes the grim realities of drunk driving and the urgent need for improved road safety.Victoria TodayThe Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal head-on crash that occurred Saturday night near the intersection of Highway 212 and Valley View Road. A pickup truck was being driven the wrong way on Highway 212 when it collided head-on with a car, killing the 69-year-old driver of the car, Bohdan Antoniuk of Hopkins. The 50-year-old woman driving the pickup truck was injured but is expected to survive, and authorities suspect alcohol was a factor in the crash.
Why it matters
Head-on collisions are among the most deadly types of car crashes, and this incident highlights the tragic consequences that can result from drunk or impaired driving. The investigation into this crash may lead to charges against the pickup truck driver and raise broader questions about road safety and enforcement efforts to prevent such incidents.
The details
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the pickup truck was traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes of Highway 212 when it crashed head-on into Antoniuk's car at the Valley View Road intersection. Antoniuk, a 69-year-old resident of Hopkins, died from his injuries. The 50-year-old woman driving the pickup truck, who is from Victoria, Minnesota, was transported to the hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening. Authorities suspect alcohol was a factor in the crash involving the pickup truck driver.
- The fatal head-on crash occurred on Saturday night.
- The incident happened near the intersection of Highway 212 and Valley View Road.
The players
Bohdan Antoniuk
A 69-year-old resident of Hopkins, Minnesota who was killed in the head-on collision.
The pickup truck driver
A 50-year-old woman from Victoria, Minnesota who was injured in the crash and is suspected of drunk driving.
Minnesota State Patrol
The law enforcement agency investigating the fatal head-on crash.
What’s next
The Minnesota State Patrol will continue its investigation into the crash, which may lead to charges against the pickup truck driver. Authorities will also likely examine broader road safety issues and enforcement efforts to prevent such deadly incidents.
The takeaway
This tragic crash underscores the urgent need for greater awareness and action around the dangers of drunk and impaired driving, which can have devastating consequences for innocent victims and their families. As the investigation unfolds, it will be important for policymakers and community leaders to consider what steps can be taken to improve road safety and prevent similar tragedies in the future.