Traffic & Transit

Teen Killed Crashing Into Light Pole In Minnetonka

The incident occurred just before 10:50 p.m. Sunday.

A 17-year-old from Corcoran, Minnesota, was killed Sunday night after crashing into a light pole in Minnetonka (upper right).
A 17-year-old from Corcoran, Minnesota, was killed Sunday night after crashing into a light pole in Minnetonka (upper right). (Minnesota Department of Transportation)

MINNETONKA, MN — A 17-year-old boy from Corcoran, Minnesota, was killed Sunday night after crashing into a light pole in Minnetonka.

The incident occurred just before 10:50 p.m. when the teen, driving a Cadillac Lyriq eastbound on Highway 7, veered off the roadway and struck a light pole.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash. Further details, including the teen’s identity, are being withheld pending notification of family members.

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