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Teen falls 20 stories inside Minneapolis grain elevator while trespassing: Police
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Katie Wermus , as published by FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The extent of the injuries and the current condition of the 18-year-old are reported to be critical.
A serious incident occurred in Minneapolis on Monday night, involving an 18-year-old who was trespassing in a decommissioned grain elevator. The individual fell a significant distance, approximately 20 stories, and suffered critical injuries. The incident is known to have taken place inside the grain elevator, which is no longer in operation.
The extent of the injuries and the current condition of the 18-year-old are reported to be critical. Further details about the incident can be found through local news sources, including FOX 9 KMSP.
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Category: safety Published: August 4, 2026 Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) Reading time: 1 min
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