Rochester Man Dies in Bicycle-Van Collision, Police Investigate
Todd Steven Mattson, a 63-year-old Rochester resident, died after a collision between his bicycle and a van on Friday night in northwest Rochester. The incident occurred around 7:40 PM at the intersection of 41st Street and West Circle Drive NW. Rochester police responded to the scene, and Mattson was transported to St. Marys Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the van was not injured in the collision. Authorities have confirmed that the fatality is currently under investigation by the Rochester Police Department. Mattson was a lifelong resident of Rochester, a graduate of Mayo High School in 1981, and worked as a painter. He is survived by his two daughters, two granddaughters, and his mother. His family has requested memorial donations be made to Rochester MN Adult and Teen Challenge in lieu of flowers, and online condolences can be offered through the Macken Funeral Home obituary.
