Train Derails in Polk County

(Crookston, MN) -- Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating after 9 cars of a 14 car freight train derailed last night north of Crookston. This happened just after 8pm. Authorities report numerous rail cars scattered alongside the tracks and the ditch. Reports indicate the tracks in the area are now in need of repair and crews from the railroad continue are working on getting them fixed. Several cars were leaking non-hazardous material, and police say there is no threat to the public. Police are asking you to use caution while traveling on US 75 between 200 and 210th Streets SW