Nielsville Man Kevin Moen Dies in Polk County Car Crash

Fatal Polk County Crash Claims Life of 64-Year-Old Nielsville Man

An automated 911 crash-detection call led first responders to a grove of trees where a 64-year-old Nielsville man was found dead inside his vehicle. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office identified the sole occupant and victim as Kevin Moen, following the single-vehicle accident that occurred west of the city.

Authorities first received the automated distress alert at approximately 7:33 p.m. on November 6 near 36477 440th Street Southwest. Investigators determined that Moen’s vehicle was traveling west on 440th Street Southwest before it veered off the roadway and struck the trees.

First Responders Attempt Lifesaving Measures at Crash Scene

When first responders arrived at the scene, they located the vehicle within the trees and found Moen unresponsive inside. Personnel attempted lifesaving measures, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Moen was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. Investigators also noted that alcohol is not believed to have been a factor in the incident.

Following the initial response, Moen’s body was transported to the University of North Dakota Forensic Pathology for further investigation. The crash remains under investigation.

Nielsville man dies after car leaves road hits trees in polk county — Photo: hoodline.com

Local Reporting Shows Minor Discrepancies Regarding Timeline

Local reporting on the incident has noted minor discrepancies regarding the timeline. One account places the crash on Oct. 6, while another reports Moen was found dead on Nov. 6, and that detail has not been independently confirmed.

The Sheriff’s Office stated that the crash remains under investigation and that no additional information would be released at this time. Multiple agencies assisted at the scene, including the Minnesota State Patrol, the Nielsville Fire Department, and the Crookston Area Ambulance.

Moen’s death adds to a difficult stretch for rural Polk County. The region recorded 17 fatal crashes and 20 fatalities from 2017 through 2023, according to data compiled by farsapi.com.