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Charges filed against man accused of using social media before and during fatal 2024 crash
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Ryan Pattee , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
Almost two years after a fatal crash in Hennepin County, a driver has been charged after an investigation reportedly showed he had been on his phone. Court records show Jordan Thomas Land, 34, has been charged with one count of criminal vehicular homicide for a fatal crash that occurred in the ea...
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Key takeaway Court records show Jordan Thomas Land, 34, has been charged with one count of criminal vehicular homicide for a fatal crash that occurred in the early hours of Oct.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The charges filed against Jordan Thomas Land bring attention to the dangers of distracted driving on Minneapolis-area roads, particularly on highways like I-94. This case highlights the need for drivers to remain vigilant and avoid using their phones while behind the wheel, especially during early morning hours when visibility may be reduced. The fact that Land was allegedly driving at speeds between 70 and 85 MPH and failed to react to the stalled vehicle until just before impact raises concerns about the risks of distracted driving on high-speed roads. As the case moves forward, it will be worth watching how the prosecution uses evidence of Land's phone activity to build their case, and whether this incident will lead to increased efforts to prevent distracted driving in Hennepin County. The fatal crash and subsequent charges also underscore the importance of drivers being aware of their surroundings and taking steps to avoid accidents, such as slowing down and moving over for stalled vehicles.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Almost two years after a fatal crash in Hennepin County, a driver has been charged after an investigation reportedly showed he had been on his phone. Court records show Jordan Thomas Land, 34, has been charged with one count of criminal vehicular homicide for a fatal crash that occurred in the ea...
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