CHISAGO CITY, Minn. — Authorities are investigating a tragic early-morning crash that claimed the life of 15-year-old Jax Zarn and left several other teenagers seriously injured. The incident occurred around 1:58 a.m. near Stacy Trail and Ivywood Trail in Chisago City, according to the Lakes Area Police Department.
Police said the crash involved a head-on collision between two vehicles. A 2014 Toyota Camry carrying a 14-year-old driver and two 15-year-old passengers collided with a 2000 Toyota 4Runner driven by a 17-year-old with an 18-year-old passenger.
Tragically, Jax Zarn, a 15-year-old passenger in the Camry, was pronounced dead at the scene. The other two occupants of the Camry sustained serious injuries, with one requiring air transport to a hospital. In the 4Runner, the driver suffered life-threatening injuries and was flown to a hospital, while the passenger was taken by ambulance. Their current conditions have not been released.
Authorities noted that alcohol was discovered near the crash scene and may have been a contributing factor in the collision.
The Chisago County community is mourning the loss of Jax Zarn, and officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this devastating crash. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.