(Worthington, Mn.)– A Sibley man was seriously injured Saturday after losing control of a motorcycle he was driving.
The Minnesota State Patrol says 27-year-old Jacob VonHoldt of Sibley was slowing to turn into a rest area at the junction of Highways 59 and 60 south of Worthington. Troopers say the motorcycle’s exhaust rubbed the pavement as he was turning, causing VonHoldt to fall off. He struck his head on the pavement. Troopers say VonHoldt was not wearing a helmet.
He was taken to Sanford Hospital in Worthington where he was listed in critical condition.
Severe damage was reported to a 1976 Honda he was driving.
The crash took place around 5:30 p.m. Saturday.
The Minnesota State Patrol was assisted by the Nobles County Sheriff’s Office.
