The Farmington police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 13-year-old bicyclist on Tuesday
night, July 14, 2026.
The crash happened at approximately 9:44 p.m. at the intersection of Minnesota Highway 50 and Dushane Parkway, near McDonald’s.
Police say two juvenile boys were crossing Highway 50 when a vehicle traveling westbound struck one of the bicyclists. The driver then fled the scene without stopping.
Emergency responders, including Farmington police officers, firefighters, and paramedics, provided medical aid, but the 13-year-old boy from Apple Valley was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Authorities have not released the victim’s name out of respect for the family and while notifications are being completed.
The Minnesota State Patrol is assisting with the investigation. Police are now asking for the public’s help in identifying the vehicle involved.
Investigators recovered vehicle debris at the scene and believe the vehicle involved is a black 2008–2011 Ford Focus. The vehicle sustained front-end or passenger-side damage, and its passenger-side mirror is missing.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, or was in the area of Highway 50 and Dushane Parkway on Tuesday night, or may have dashcam or surveillance video is urged to contact the Farmington Police Department at 651-280-6700.
The investigation remains ongoing. Police say additional information will be released as it becomes available.
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