Executive Summary
- Gordon ‘Crazyfingers’ Lindquist, 88, was killed in a two-vehicle crash near Garrison, North Dakota.
- The collision occurred Friday at the intersection of Highway 83 and Highway 23.
- A 32-year-old woman from Tioga was injured and hospitalized following the incident.
- Lindquist was a renowned local pianist who performed at the Norsk Høstfest and other festivals.
- The North Dakota Highway Patrol is leading the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
North Dakota Highway Patrol officials have identified 88-year-old Gordon Lindquist, a celebrated local musician known by the nickname ‘Crazyfingers,’ as the victim of a fatal vehicle collision that occurred Friday near Garrison. According to state troopers, the crash took place at the intersection of Highway 83 and Highway 23.
Authorities reported that the incident involved two vehicles. Lindquist, 88, sustained fatal injuries at the scene. His identity was confirmed by law enforcement and subsequently verified by family members. The driver of the second vehicle, identified as a 32-year-old woman from Tioga, suffered injuries in the collision and was transported to a hospital in Garrison for medical treatment.
Lindquist was a prominent figure in the North Dakota music community, known for his piano performances at major regional events including the Norsk Høstfest and the Dickens Village Festival. He also performed for the North Dakota Community Foundation in Arizona as recently as March 2024. Following the news of the crash, tributes from various organizations across the state have been shared regarding his impact on the local arts scene.
Investigative Outlook
The North Dakota Highway Patrol has indicated that the crash remains under active investigation to determine the specific cause and sequence of events. Investigators are currently analyzing the scene at the intersection of Highways 83 and 23. As of this report, no citations or charges have been announced, and the condition of the surviving driver has not been further detailed.
