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Farmington hit-and-run kills 13-year-old boy on Highway 50, police seek help
By Sabrina Salguero Del Cid at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
Farmington police are asking for help Wednesday after a hit-and-run killed a 13-year-old boy who was riding a bike.
The Farmington Police Department said officers responded around 9:45 p.m. Tuesday to a report of a crash between a vehicle and a bicyclist at the intersection of Highway 50 and D...
Key takeaway The Farmington Police Department said officers responded around 9:45 p.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The tragic incident on Highway 50 near Farmington raises concerns about road safety in the Twin Cities area, particularly for vulnerable users like bicyclists. As the investigation unfolds, it's crucial for residents to come forward with any information that might help identify the vehicle involved. The fact that the crash occurred at an intersection with a commercial establishment like McDonald's suggests that there may be surveillance footage or eyewitness accounts that can aid in the investigation. The Minnesota State Patrol's involvement in the crash investigation underscores the severity of the incident and the need for a thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding the hit-and-run. As the community mourns the loss of the 13-year-old boy, it's also an opportunity to re-examine road safety measures in the area and consider ways to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Farmington police are asking for help Wednesday after a hit-and-run killed a 13-year-old boy who was riding a bike.
The Farmington Police Department said officers responded around 9:45 p.m. Tuesday to a report of a crash between a vehicle and a bicyclist at the intersection of Highway 50 and D...
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