GFPD wraps up probe into downtown fatal crash

The cause of the January 9th fatal accident in downtown Grand Forks is likely the result of a medical emergency suffered by one of the drivers.

Grand Forks police have completed their investigation into the four vehicle crash that left three people dead. Authorities say toxicology reports on the driver of the striking vehicle did not show alcohol in the blood stream. The report goes on to say that 21-year old Jenessa Kelley likely suffered a medical issue prior to – or during – an initial accident in East Grand Forks (MN).

Police say Kelley was traveling through downtown Grand Forks at a high rate of speed prior to the crash near 5th and DeMers.

52-year old Laura Van Erem of Fertile (MN) and 72-year old Nancy Sand of Fertile (MN) also died during the accident.

Grain Elevator Fire in Minnesota

(Photo submitted) (KNOX) - Crews battled a large fire at a grain elevator in northwestern Minnesota. Several fire departments responded to the CHS grain elevator in Warren. The Marshall County Sheriff's Office said that Highway 75 was shut down from ...

10h ago

North Dakota National Guard Being Sent to D.C.

(Photo courtesy of North Dakota National Guard. via the North Dakota Monitor) (North Dakota Monitor) - North Dakota will send 60 National Guard members to Washington, D.C., starting in April, for an estimated three months to help police the city. The...

Mar 30, 2026

Grand Forks Police Respond to Crash

(File image) (KNOX) - Tuesday afternoon officers from the Grand Forks Police Department were dispatched to the intersection of 32nd Avenue South and South 31st Street for the report of a three vehicle accident involving injuries. An investigation rev...

12h ago

Grand Forks Spitfires Sign Their First Player Making Franchise History

(Image provided by the Grand Forks Spitfires ) (KNOX) - The Grand Forks Spitfires are proud to announce the first player signing in franchise history, officially welcoming Ally Hetzel to the inaugural 2026 roster. Hetzel, a catcher and utility player...

Mar 26, 2026

No feed items available at this time.

Pause Auto-Update | Back to Top

(KNOX) – ENTER YOUR STORY HERE. Click the image on the left to replace. Be sure to use MEDIUM size and choose left alignment. Don’t forget to also add the image in featured media and select no image.