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Family remembers Hopkins father killed when utility pole fell
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Ryan Pattee , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The pole, owned by Xcel Energy, collapsed and landed directly on Green's vehicle in a parking lot where he lived. A 31-year-old man was killed when a utility pole fell onto his car, setting it on fire.
A 31-year-old man was killed when a utility pole fell onto his car, setting it on fire. The incident occurred on August 23. A memorial has been set up to honor the victim, Kenneth Green. Flowers, candles, and handwritten messages have been left at the memorial by loved ones and neighbors.
The pole, owned by Xcel Energy, collapsed and landed directly on Green's vehicle in a parking lot where he lived. He died at the scene. Those who knew him want to share who he was beyond the tragedy.
Further details about the incident and Kenneth Green are available, including reactions from those who knew him.
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Category: safety Published: August 28, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 31-year-old man was killed when a utility pole fell onto his car, setting it on fire. The incident occurred on August 23. A memorial has been set up to honor the victim, Kenneth Green. Flowers…
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