10-Year-Old with Prior Offenses Arrested After Driving Stolen Car Through Minneapolis Playground, Endangering Children

Oct 5, 2024, 01:30 AM

On September 20, 2024, a 10-year-old boy in Minneapolis was arrested after stealing a car and driving it recklessly near the Nellie Stone Johnson School playground. Surveillance footage shows the boy navigating the stolen vehicle through a crowded playground, narrowly missing children who were playing outside. Minneapolis police reported that this was not his first offense, and the boy has a notable criminal record despite his young age. The incident has raised concerns about youth crime and safety in the community.