On Friday, November 6, at 7:33 p.m., the Polk County Sheriff’s Office received a call from an automated 911 crash detection system at 36477 440 St SW, west of the City of Nielsville.
When first responders arrived on scene, they found the vehicle in a grove of trees. The sole occupant, 64-year-old Kevin Moen of Nielsville, was found inside the vehicle, unresponsive.
First Responders attempted lifesaving measures; however, Moen was pronounced deceased at the scene.
It appears that the vehicle had been driving west on 440th St SW before leaving the roadway and crashing into the trees.
Moen was transported to the University of North Dakota Forensic Pathology for further investigation.
Moen was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Alcohol is not believed to be a factor.
The crash is under investigation, and no further information will be released at this time.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Minnesota State Patrol, Nielsville Fire Department, and Crookston Area Ambulance.
