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Hibbing ATV crash leaves 9-year-old girl with life-threatening injuries
By Joseph Swanson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A 9-year-old girl was airlifted to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after an ATV crash on Thursday night, according to the Hibbing Police Department.
Officers say that a man was operating the ATV near Carey Lake Road when he lost control and struck an object. The driver and the two ...
Key takeaway The post Hibbing ATV crash leaves 9-year-old girl with life-threatening injuries first appeared on KSTP.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The Hibbing ATV crash that left a 9-year-old girl with life-threatening injuries raises concerns about off-road vehicle safety in the Minneapolis -St. Paul area. While this incident occurred in Hibbing, it serves as a stark reminder for local residents to exercise caution when operating ATVs in the region's numerous parks and trails. The fact that two young girls were on board and ejected from the vehicle during the crash underscores the need for proper safety equipment and supervision. As the community waits for an update on the 9-year-old's condition, local authorities may need to reassess and reinforce safety guidelines for ATV operation, particularly when it comes to carrying young passengers. This incident may also prompt local hospitals to review their emergency response protocols for ATV-related accidents, which could help improve treatment and outcomes for victims of similar crashes in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 9-year-old girl was airlifted to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after an ATV crash on Thursday night, according to the Hibbing Police Department.
Officers say that a man was operating the ATV near Carey Lake Road when he lost control and struck an object. The driver and the two ...
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