On May 5, 2021, OSP and emergency personnel responded to a report of a motorcycle crash on SR 206 near MP 6 in Sherman County. Investigation showed the motorcycle operator, identified as James Nordrum (51) out of Minnesota, was northbound when he failed to negotiate a curve and went off a small embankment. Lifesaving efforts were attempted by bystanders and emergency personnel. The operator was pronounced deceased at the scene.
OSP was assisted by Sherman County Sheriff’s Office, North Sherman Fire & Rescue, Moro Fire & Rescue, Sherman County ambulance and Life Flight.