Fargo, ND (August 24, 2025) – A child was injured Thursday morning after being struck by a car while riding a bicycle on 54th St S in Fargo. The crash was reported around 7:51 a.m., according to dispatch logs from the Fargo Police Department.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene to provide medical assistance to the child. Medics and fire crews worked to stabilize the victim before transport to a local hospital. The condition of the child has not been publicly released at this time.
Authorities confirmed the collision involved a passenger car and a bicycle, but additional details regarding the circumstances of the crash remain under investigation. Officials are working to determine contributing factors and whether charges may be filed.
Our thoughts are with the injured child and their family.
Child Safety and Vehicle Collisions in Fargo
Accidents involving children on bicycles are particularly concerning due to their vulnerability in collisions with motor vehicles. Streets like 54th St S, which see a mix of residential traffic and commuter flow, can present risks when drivers fail to account for young riders.
Collisions of this nature often occur during morning hours, when both school commutes and work traffic increase roadway activity. Children may also be less visible to drivers, especially when crossing intersections or riding near driveways.
Fargo residents are reminded of the importance of heightened vigilance in residential neighborhoods, obeying speed limits, and yielding to cyclists and pedestrians. Parents can also help by ensuring children wear helmets, use visible clothing, and understand traffic safety basics.
This incident underscores the critical need for safe driver behavior and community-wide efforts to protect young cyclists.
For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.
