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Pedestrian hit and killed near Bemidji Sunday
By Ashley Halbach at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A 65-year-old man was hit and killed by a vehicle west of Bemidji on Sunday night.
The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office says that it happened on Division Street Northwest. The call came in to dispatch at about 10:43 p.m.
When deputies, officers and first responders arrived, they started lif...
Key takeaway The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office says that it happened on Division Street Northwest.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
This incident west of Bemidji raises concerns about pedestrian safety in rural areas, where street lighting can be limited and roads may not have designated pedestrian paths. The fact that the crash occurred on Division Street Northwest, a local road, highlights the need for drivers to be vigilant and aware of their surroundings, especially at night. As the investigation into the crash continues, with the Minnesota State Patrol assisting in crash reconstruction, local residents will be watching to see if any changes are recommended to improve safety on this stretch of road. The cooperation of the 56-year-old driver with law enforcement is a positive step, but the loss of 65-year-old Floyd Cloud's life is a tragic reminder of the importance of caution and attention to safety on rural roads. The community will likely be looking for ways to prevent such incidents in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 65-year-old man was hit and killed by a vehicle west of Bemidji on Sunday night.
The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office says that it happened on Division Street Northwest. The call came in to dispatch at about 10:43 p.m.
When deputies, officers and first responders arrived, they started lif...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 22, 2026 by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) and curated for The Minneapolis readers.
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