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A family is grieving after an 8-year-old boy riding a scooter is killed in a crash with a pickup truck
By Ashley Halbach at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 10, 2026
· 3 min read
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8-year-old riding electric scooter hit and killed Friday afternoon
An 8-year-old boy was killed in Br...
Key takeaway Neighbors and friends gathered Friday evening along Candlewood Drive, still in shock after the death of the young boy, family members identified as 8-year-old Muad Mohamed.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The tragic accident in Brooklyn Park raises concerns about pedestrian and cyclist safety in the Twin Cities area. As the Minnesota State Patrol conducts its accident reconstruction, residents will be watching to see if any factors such as road design, traffic volume, or speed limits contributed to the crash. The intersection of Candlewood Drive and Brunswick Avenue North will likely be scrutinized to determine if any improvements can be made to prevent similar incidents in the future. This incident may also prompt a review of local ordinances and education campaigns related to electric scooter safety, particularly for young riders. The fact that the driver was cooperative and remained at the scene is a positive note, but the loss of a young life will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the community, sparking discussions about how to better protect vulnerable road users in Minneapolis and surrounding suburbs.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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