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Child seriously injured after being struck by car while playing in alley
By Emily Baude at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A child was seriously injured after a car hit them in an alley in Minneapolis on Saturday morning.
Minneapolis police say a child was playing in an alley near 29th Avenue North and Lyndale Avenue North around 11:30 a.m. when a car hit them. The child was brought to the hospital with potentiall...
Key takeaway Minneapolis police say a child was playing in an alley near 29th Avenue North and Lyndale Avenue North around 11:30 a.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The incident in the alley near 29th Avenue North and Lyndale Avenue North raises concerns about the safety of children playing in Minneapolis' residential areas. As a city with a strong emphasis on being the 'City of Homes,' it is crucial that residents and drivers alike are mindful of the potential for children to be playing in alleys and other areas not typically designated as playgrounds. The fact that the driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with law enforcement suggests a sense of responsibility, but the severity of the child's injuries underscores the need for continued vigilance. Residents may want to review the city's traffic safety measures and consider advocating for additional protections, such as increased signage or speed limits in residential areas, to prevent similar incidents in the future. The Minneapolis Public Schools and local community organizations may also play a role in educating children about traffic safety.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A child was seriously injured after a car hit them in an alley in Minneapolis on Saturday morning.
Minneapolis police say a child was playing in an alley near 29th Avenue North and Lyndale Avenue North around 11:30 a.m. when a car hit them. The child was brought to the hospital with potentiall...
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