A juvenile cyclist was struck by a vehicle in Brooklyn Park, resulting in the closure of several lanes and an arrest, according to the local police department. The accident occurred on December 27th just after 5:30 p.m. at the busy crossroads of County Road 81 and West Broadway.
The Brooklyn Park Police Department reported that the young cyclist suffered moderate injuries and was quickly transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. In an unfortunate turn of events, the driver of the vehicle was taken into custody shortly after the collision. The specifics surrounding the cause of the incident remain under investigation by the authorities.
The aftermath of the collision prompted a swift and significant response from local emergency services, with several northbound lanes of County Road 81 being temporarily shut down as officers assessed the scene and began their inquiry into the circumstances that led to the juvenile being injured.
As of now, the details provided by the authorities are limited, but updates are expected to be released as the investigation progresses. The condition of the cyclist has not been made public, and the identity of the driver involved in the accident has not been released pending further inquiry.
