Single-Vehicle Crashes Into Guardrail Along Highway 77 in Apple Valley; One Person Injured
Published: June 15, 2026
APPLE VALLEY, MN: Emergency crews responded Monday afternoon to a single-vehicle crash along southbound Highway 77 in Apple Valley that left one person with suspected minor injuries.
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, troopers were dispatched at approximately 12:16 p.m. on June 15, 2026, to the area of southbound Highway 77 just north of Palomino Drive (127th Street West) following reports of a crash involving a Jeep Wagoneer. Preliminary information from the State Patrol indicates the Jeep left the roadway and struck a guardrail. The vehicle's sole occupant sustained suspected minor injuries in the crash.
The driver was evaluated by emergency medical personnel at the scene. Officials have not released additional information regarding the individual's identity or whether they were transported to a hospital for further treatment. Multiple agencies responded to assist at the scene, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Apple Valley Fire Department, Apple Valley Police Department, Allina Health EMS, and Minnesota Department of Transportation.
The crash resulted in significant traffic issues on both southbound and northbound Highway 77, as the left and middle lanes of southbound Highway 77 and the left lane of northbound Highway 77 were closed to allow emergency responders space to work and investigate the crash.
The cause of the crash has not yet been determined. Authorities say the investigation remains ongoing.
Written By: Will Wight
