Brandon, MN – Authorities in west central Minnesota say a man died after being pinned under a tree in Brandon.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office says the 78-year-old was located underneath the tree late Wednesday morning. Paramedics tried to the save man, but he died at scene. Deputies say it appears to be an accident.
There were many trees down in the Alexandria area due to strong winds from the early morning thunderstorms.
Man Pinned Under Tree in Brandon Dies
Brandon, MN - Authorities in west central Minnesota say a man died after being pinned under a tree in Brandon. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says the 78-year-old was located underneath the tree late Wednesday morning. Paramedics tried to the s...
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