Skateboarder Killed in Car Crash on Coconino County [Kachina Village, AZ]

12-Year-Old Skateboarder Dead after Collision on Kachina Trail

KACHINA VILLAGE, AZ (December 6, 2021) – Sunday afternoon, a 12-year-old skateboarder was killed in a car crash in Coconino County.

Police responded at the junction of Kachina Trail and Canyon Loop in Kachina Village shortly before 1:00 p.m.

According to officials, the car struck the victim while riding a skateboard. However, the events leading up to the collision remain unclear.

The surrounding area was closed for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties, but has since reopened. At this time, the fatal collision is still under active investigation.

Once available, further details will be provided.

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the victim.

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