Andrew Scott BjorkStannard Township, Michigan Car accident: 24-year-old Andrew Scott Bjork perished and another person was wounded in a vehicle accident

 On Monday, January 20, 2026, a multi-vehicle collision took the life of 24-year-old Andrew Scott Bjork of Hudson, Wisconsin, and left another person hurt, therefore reeling the Stannard Township, Michigan, community.

Involving several vehicles, the crash happened shortly after 11:30 a.m. on U.S. Highway 45 north of Gauthier Road, causing a fast response from regional and state emergency personnel.

The exact cause of the accident has not yet been established, according to the Ontonagon County Sheriff's Office, which is spearheading the continuing inquiry.Officials have verified that Andrew Scott Bjork suffered fatal injuries and was declared dead at the site.

For medical examination, the second person engaged in the collision was sent to a nearby hospital.Their state has not been made known publicly as authorities keep collecting information.

Rapidly securing the scene, emergency response teams helped those impacted.Among responders were SONCO Ambulance, Inc., the Bruce Crossing Fire Department, the Rockland Fire Department, Lake Gogebic Towing, and the Michigan State Police – Wakefield Post. All working together to make sure the scene was secure and casualties got quick medical attention.

Local people who saw the attempts to properly handle the incident despite the difficulties presented by winter weather conditions praised the fast mobilization of these agencies.

Local officials have urged residents to be very careful when driving, especially during winter months when snowy and icy road conditions could cause severe accidents.Particularly on rural roadways, the accident acts as a stern reminder of the dangers involved with driving in bad weather.

Friends, relatives, and neighborhood members have expressed their condolences and mourning for the death of Andrew Scott Bjork, recalling him as a young guy whose life tragically terminated.

Highlighting the resilience and solidarity that usually arises following local catastrophes, the larger Upper Peninsula community has come together to assist the family and those wounded.

The Ontonagon County Sheriff's Office is still looking into the event and has vowed to keep updates as new information comes to light.Authorities are examining all relevant elements including roadway dangers, vehicle conditions, and ambient conditions at the time of the collision.

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