Nielsville Man Dies in Polk County Vehicle Crash
A 64-year-old Nielsville man, identified as Kevin Moen, died after his vehicle crashed into trees west of Nielsville in Polk County, Minnesota. The incident occurred on November 6, when authorities received an automated 911 crash-detection call around 7:33 p.m. near 36477 440th St. SW. First responders found Moen unresponsive inside the vehicle, which had left the road and struck a grove of trees. Lifesaving measures were attempted at the scene, but Moen was pronounced dead. He was the sole occupant of the vehicle. Investigators believe the vehicle was traveling west on 440th Street Southwest at the time of the crash. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office stated that Moen was not wearing a seat belt, but alcohol is not considered a factor in the incident. The crash remains under investigation, with assistance from the Minnesota State Patrol, Nielsville Fire Department, and Crookston Area Ambulance.