A Vehicle found in pond after minor crash.
Steven Sand, 37, of Avon, was driving his 2002 Mazda Protégé eastbound on County Road 154 near Pelican Lake when he observed a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck exiting the parking lot of “The Landing.” Mr. Sand slammed on his brakes to avoid a collision but was side swiped by the pickup. The Silverado continued going north on 185th Avenue.
Deputies arrive a short time later and located the Silverado in a pond approximately four feet deep just north of the intersection of St. Anna Drive and 185th Avenue.
The Avon Fire Department assisted in removing the driver from the Silverado. The driver was identified as Harold Blonigen, 66, of Aldrich. Mayo Ambulance transported Mr. Blonigen to the St. Cloud Hospital for treatment of possible minor injuries.
Mr. Sand was not injured.
Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash.
Avon Police Department also assisted at the scene.