Girl on her way to school with her family killed in crash after teen driver allegedly runs stop sign in Independence
Five members of the girl’s family were hospitalized after the crash Wednesday.
A heartbreaking accident occurred in Independence, Minnesota, where an 11-year-old girl lost her life when a pickup truck driven by an 18-year-old St. Paul man allegedly ran a stop sign and collided with her family’s SUV. The girl, identified as Lilyana, was on her way to school with her parents and three siblings, including two 15-year-old boys and a 4-year-old boy, when the crash happened at the intersection of County Road 6 and County Road 110/County Road 83.¹ ²
*Incident Details:*
– *Date and Time:* The accident occurred on a Wednesday morning before 8 a.m.
– *Location:* County Road 6 and County Road 110/County Road 83 in Independence, Minnesota
– *Vehicles Involved:* A pickup truck driven by an 18-year-old St. Paul man and an SUV carrying the family of six
– *Injuries:* The 11-year-old girl died from her injuries at Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis, while her family members sustained moderate to severe injuries
*Investigation and Response:*
The West Hennepin Public Safety Department is leading the investigation, assisted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Authorities are reviewing evidence and speaking with witnesses to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.³
The community is mourning the loss of the young girl, and a fundraising campaign has been established to support the family’s funeral expenses. The family has also set up a GoFundMe page, expressing gratitude for the community’s thoughts and requesting privacy during this difficult time.
