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Farmington hit-and-run: 4 arrested in crash that killed 13-year-old
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Josh Skluzacek , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 23, 2026
· 3 min read
Four people are now in custody in connection to a hit-and-run that killed a 13-year-old boy in Farmington. A 30-year-old man suspected of driving the car was booked into jail Wednesday night, according to jail records and Farmington police. A 28-year-old woman, 64-year-old woman and 36-year-old m...
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Key takeaway A fundraiser identified the 13-year-old as Sasha Balandin.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The arrests in the Farmington hit-and-run case bring some measure of relief to the community, but the incident also raises questions about road safety in the area. The fact that the 13-year-old victim, Sasha Balandin, was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash suggests that he was taking necessary precautions, yet still fell victim to a tragic accident. The intersection where the crash occurred, near Highway 50, has been the subject of concerns and calls for change after this and potentially other incidents. As the investigation continues and potential charges are considered, residents will be watching to see how authorities and policymakers respond to these concerns, and whether any changes will be made to improve safety at this and similar intersections in the Twin Cities area. The outpouring of support for the Balandin family, including a fundraiser for funeral and memorial expenses, demonstrates the community's commitment to coming together in the face of tragedy.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Four people are now in custody in connection to a hit-and-run that killed a 13-year-old boy in Farmington. A 30-year-old man suspected of driving the car was booked into jail Wednesday night, according to jail records and Farmington police. A 28-year-old woman, 64-year-old woman and 36-year-old m...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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