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Twin Cities family pushes for answers after state patrol says 61-year-old grandmother "fell out" of car
By Ubah Ali at WCCO / CBS News Minnesota (CBS)
· July 3, 2026
· 2 min read
A Twin Cities family is asking for answers after their loved one somehow ended up on the interstate in the middle of the night. The Minnesota State Patrol said 61-year-old Sonja Brown was a passenger in a car and "fell out" before other drivers hit her early Wednesday morning. But Brown's family...
Key takeaway The Minnesota State Patrol said 61-year-old Sonja Brown was a passenger in a car and "fell out" before other drivers hit her early Wednesday morning.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The investigation into Sonja Brown's death has significant implications for the Twin Cities community, particularly in regards to public safety and trust in law enforcement. As the Minnesota State Patrol continues to piece together the events surrounding Brown's death, her family's push for answers raises questions about the thoroughness of the initial investigation. The fact that Brown's family believes she was pushed from the vehicle, rather than having fallen out, suggests a potential gap in the State Patrol's account of events. This case may also highlight the need for increased transparency and communication between law enforcement and the families of victims. As the community waits for more information, it will be important to watch how the State Patrol responds to the family's concerns and whether their investigation will be subject to external review or oversight. The outcome of this case will likely have a lasting impact on the community's perception of public safety in the Twin Cities.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: WCCO / CBS News Minnesota (CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Twin Cities family is asking for answers after their loved one somehow ended up on the interstate in the middle of the night. The Minnesota State Patrol said 61-year-old Sonja Brown was a passenger in a car and "fell out" before other drivers hit her early Wednesday morning. But Brown's family...
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