12-year-old Critically Hurt in Bike Crash at Sartell Park

Oct 6

A 12-year-old boy was critically injured Sunday afternoon after crashing his bicycle at Northside Park in Sartell.

Police said the boy had been riding his bike down what is known locally as “Muskie Hill” when he lost control and crashed near the bottom.

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He was wearing a helmet at the time, authorities said. Another child, age 10, witnessed the crash and called 911 but had difficulty confirming their location until a nearby citizen stepped in to help.

That citizen, a CPR instructor, found that the boy had no pulse and was not breathing. He began CPR, which officers continued after arriving on scene. Mayo Ambulance crews later took over care and were able to stabilize the boy enough to regain vital signs. He was first taken to St. Cloud Hospital, then airlifted to Hennepin County Medical Center in critical condition.

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Authorities said the child’s name is being withheld pending family notification.

According to Sartell Police, several citizens with medical training rushed in to help during the emergency, including off-duty EMS staff. Others comforted the young witness who had called 911.

Officials said updates on the incident will be provided when available.

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