Brooklyn Park, MN (May 19, 2026) – A woman lost her life early Tuesday morning, May 19, after a hit-and-run crash along southbound Highway 252 near 73rd Avenue in Brooklyn Park.
The fatal incident occurred at approximately 1:22 a.m. Authorities said the woman was walking on the right shoulder of southbound MNTH 252 between Brookdale Avenue and 73rd Avenue while two people she knew were stopped nearby in a vehicle. The witnesses were reportedly trying to persuade her to get inside the vehicle when a dark gray Toyota RAV4 traveling at a high speed in the right lane struck her.
Officials said the driver of the SUV fled the scene after the collision. The pedestrian died from her injuries at the crash site. Wet roadway conditions were reported at the time of the accident.
The crash remains under investigation as authorities work to locate the vehicle involved.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
How Hit-and-Run Cases Are Investigated
Hit-and-run crashes involving pedestrians often require investigators to gather evidence quickly before it disappears. Vehicle debris, tire marks, and surveillance footage from nearby roads or businesses may help identify the vehicle involved. Witness statements can also provide details about the direction the driver traveled after leaving the scene.
Nighttime conditions and wet roads may reduce visibility for both drivers and pedestrians. In many fatal pedestrian crashes, investigators review roadway lighting, shoulder space, and vehicle speed to better understand the events leading up to the collision. Damage to the suspect vehicle can also become a key factor in locating it. Information released to the public may later assist in identifying the driver or vehicle connected to the crash.
