Runner, 27, Collapses During Minneapolis Race And Dies

MINNEAPOLIS — A 27-year-old runner collapsed duirng Sunday's half-marathon in Minneapolis and later died.

Joseph Groulx was in the home stretch on W. Bde Maka Ska Parkway just south of W. Lake Street when he stumbled, fell, and hit his head on the road, the Star Tribune reported.

Fellow runners rushed to help, and Groulx was transported to Abbott Northwestern Hospital, where he died.

An autopsy was not performed, according to Hennepin County Medical Examiner report reviewed by Patch.

"We are deeply saddened by the passing of a participant following the 2024 City of Lakes Half Marathon," Run Minnesota, the race organizer, said on social media.

"On a day meant to be a celebration, a family lost a loved one. Our hearts go out to the runner's family and all those who were close to them. Run Minnesota and the City of Lakes Half want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the participants on the course who came to the aid of a fellow runner and the first responders and medical professionals who provided medical care. We also send our care to the running community as we grieve this loss together."