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Garage Accident in Hewitt Raises Safety Concerns for Derby Enthusiasts

A Park Rapids man was critically injured early Oct. 20 when a demolition derby car slipped off a jack and pinned his head while he worked alone in a Hewitt garage. The incident, confirmed by Otter Tail County sheriff's reports and multiple regional outlets, highlights safety gaps in home vehicle preparation that local officials and organizers may need to address.
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