Roberta Lee Chavez Injured in Highway 53 Rollover Crash in Virginia, Minnesota on January 27, 2026 – Snow and Ice Contribute to Spinout at Milepost 63

On January 27, 2026, in Virginia, Minnesota, Roberta Lee Chavez was injured in a single-vehicle rollover crash along northbound Highway 53 near milepost 63. Authorities reported that a 2018 Kia Sportage traveling northbound spun out on snow- and ice-covered pavement before rolling into the median. The incident occurred at approximately 9:15 a.m., prompting a response from local law enforcement and emergency medical services.

Chavez, 56, of Tower, Minnesota, was a passenger in the vehicle and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. She was transported to Essentia Health Virginia for treatment. The driver also sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Airbags deployed during the rollover, and officials confirmed that alcohol was not suspected as a contributing factor. The crash remains documented as complete.