Two Drivers Die in Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 53
A wrong-way crash on Highway 53 near Minong in Douglas County, Wisconsin, resulted in the deaths of Nicholas Grozsbach, a 47-year-old Hibbing man, and another driver, James Paske. A GoFundMe has been established to support Grozsbach's family.

Duluth Superior, MN, November 6, 2026 — A serious wrong-way collision on Highway 53 in Douglas County, Wisconsin, has resulted in the tragic deaths of two drivers. The incident occurred near the town of Minong.
The deceased have been identified as Nicholas Grozsbach, a 47-year-old resident of Hibbing, Minnesota, and James Paske. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the wrong-way travel were not immediately available. The exact date and time of the crash were also not provided in the available information.
Following the incident, a fundraising effort has been initiated to support the family of Nicholas Grozsbach. A GoFundMe page has been established to assist his family during this difficult time. No further information was provided regarding fundraising efforts for the other driver involved in the collision.
Information regarding the investigation into the cause of the crash, the condition of any other vehicles or individuals involved, or potential charges has not been released. The specific sequence of events that led to the fatal outcome remains under investigation. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Renee Passal on www.wdio.com, see more information here.
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