The wreckage of Jasmine Katherine Brown’s Chevy Traverse ended up twisted in the middle of Interstate 90 after slamming into a bridge support and rolling over several times—a violent crash that claimed her life and left a community in mourning. The Minnesota State Patrol confirmed that Brown, a 27-year-old resident of Winona, was the sole occupant of the SUV when it veered off the westbound lanes near Pleasant Valley Township shortly before 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Authorities say the vehicle left the roadway for reasons still under investigation before crashing into the bridge pillar with devastating force. Emergency responders arrived within minutes, finding the Traverse mangled beyond recognition. Despite their best efforts, Brown was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators are now working to determine what led to the crash, including whether weather, speed, or a potential
medical episode played a role.The crash forced a complete shutdown of I-90 westbound for several hours as crews cleared debris and reconstruction specialists documented the scene. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) rerouted traffic through Highway 63 and Highway 16, leading to significant delays well into the night.
Motorists described seeing flashing lights stretching for miles as troopers, firefighters, and tow crews worked under floodlights to restore safe passage.Friends and family of Jasmine Brown have been left heartbroken, remembering her as a kind, compassionate young woman who loved her family deeply and brought joy to everyone she met.
Social media has filled with messages of disbelief and sorrow from those who knew her best. As the investigation continues, the community of Winona and surrounding areas mourns another life lost too soon on Minnesota’s roadways—a sobering reminder of how quickly tragedy can strike on familiar stretches of highway.
