Snowmobile accident claims life of local man

 A snowmobile accident involving two men which resulted in one fatality was reported to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office at approximately 5:30 pm, this evening. 

Wayne Gunnar Anderson, age 22, of Grand Marais was snowmobiling with a friend when he was separated from his machine and subsequently struck by the machine of the other rider on County Road 8 just north of Grand Marais. 

When medical personnel and Cook County Sheriff’s Deputies arrived on scene, CPR was initiated and continued while Anderson was transported by Cook County Ambulance to North Shore Health in Grand Marais. Due to the severity of the injuries life saving measures were unsuccessful and Anderson passed away at North Shore Health. 

The investigation is ongoing and further details will be released by the Cook County Sheriff’s Office when they are available. 

"Our hearts are with the family and friends of Mr. Anderson and the other rider at this difficult time", said Sheriff Pat Eliasen.