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'Spider-Man' to the rescue - Helps man in wheelchair cross street
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jason Gunn , FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Not all superheroes wear capes—some wear Spider-Man suits. A driver dressed as Spider-Man stopped at a busy Arkansas intersection to help a wheelchair user safely cross the street. Police praised the "web of kindness," and it turns out the good Samaritan was on the way to a superhero event for to...
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Key takeaway Police praised the "web of kindness," and it turns out the good Samaritan was on the way to a superhero event for toddlers.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In Minneapolis, where pedestrians and drivers often navigate busy intersections, the actions of a Spider-Man costumed driver in Arkansas resonate with local concerns about street safety. The willingness of a stranger to stop and assist a wheelchair user crossing the street demonstrates the kind of community awareness that Minneapolis residents and officials strive for. As the city continues to work on improving accessibility and safety for all users of its streets, including those with disabilities, this incident serves as a model of individual initiative. Minneapolis has its own share of events and activities that promote kindness and community engagement, and it would not be surprising to see similar acts of goodwill on the city's streets, especially in areas with high pedestrian traffic. The city's efforts to enhance street safety and accessibility could be bolstered by more spontaneous acts of kindness like the one exhibited by the Spider-Man driver.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Not all superheroes wear capes—some wear Spider-Man suits. A driver dressed as Spider-Man stopped at a busy Arkansas intersection to help a wheelchair user safely cross the street. Police praised the "web of kindness," and it turns out the good Samaritan was on the way to a superhero event for to...
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