Pedestrian killed in Inver Grove Heights crash
Inver Grove Heights police say an adult male pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle Sunday night on the 6500 block of Concord Boulevard, a major corridor in the south metro. Officers and medics responded about 7:15 p.m.; the victim was taken to Regions Hospital in St. Paul, where he was pronounced dead. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation, and initial reports do not indicate impairment or excessive speed, though the crash reconstruction is ongoing. Concord Boulevard was temporarily closed while the State Patrol assisted with scene work, and police are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has dash‑cam footage from the area to contact investigators.
📌 Key Facts
- Crash occurred around 7:15 p.m. Sunday on the 6500 block of Concord Blvd. in Inver Grove Heights
- Adult male pedestrian was transported to Regions Hospital and later died
- Driver stayed on scene and is cooperating; no immediate signs of impairment reported
- Concord Blvd. was closed for several hours for crash reconstruction; State Patrol is assisting
📊 Relevant Data
In 2024, Minnesota experienced a 25% increase in pedestrian fatalities compared to the previous year.
25% Increase in Pedestrian Fatalities in Minnesota in 2024 — KRWC
Nationally, 77% of pedestrian fatalities occurred in the dark, compared to 20% in daylight, 2% at dusk, and 2% at dawn in 2021.
2021 Data - Pedestrians — NHTSA
The four leading causes of traffic fatalities in Minnesota are impaired driving, distracted driving, lack of seat belt use, and speed.
Statistics | Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths — Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths
Approximately 225 pedestrians are killed or seriously injured on Minnesota roadways annually, equating to one fatality or serious injury every two days.
Pedestrian Safety | Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths — Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths
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