Carrington Man Dies in Crash in Eastern North Dakota

An 80-year-old driver was killed in an intersection collision with a semi-truck.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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An 80-year-old man from Carrington, North Dakota died after his pickup truck was struck by a semi-truck at an intersection six miles east of Carrington on Monday afternoon. The semi-truck driver, a 32-year-old man from Washburn, suffered minor injuries and was taken to the hospital.

Why it matters

This tragic accident highlights the importance of intersection safety and the need for all drivers to remain vigilant, especially in rural areas with high-speed limits and limited visibility. It also serves as a reminder of the risks of not wearing a seatbelt.

The details

According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the 80-year-old Carrington man was driving his pickup truck south on 74th Avenue NE when he entered the intersection of State Highway 200 and was struck by the eastbound semi-truck. The Carrington man was not wearing a seatbelt and died at the scene. The semi-truck driver, a 32-year-old man from Washburn, suffered minor injuries and was taken to the hospital in Carrington.

  • The accident occurred on Monday afternoon, March 4, 2026.

The players

Carrington Man

An 80-year-old resident of Carrington, North Dakota who was killed in the accident.

32-year-old Washburn Man

The driver of the semi-truck who suffered minor injuries in the collision.

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The takeaway

This tragic accident underscores the importance of intersection safety, seatbelt use, and vigilance for all drivers, especially in rural areas with high-speed limits and limited visibility. It serves as a sobering reminder of the risks on the road and the need for all drivers to prioritize safety.