Event Brief
Middle School Student Killed in Skateboard Crash
Filed: Apr 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
Summary: A 12-year-old Cypress Creek Middle student died after being hit by a pickup while riding an electric skateboard in Wesley Chapel.
WHO: A 12-year-old Cypress Creek Middle School student, a 45-year-old Ford F250 driver, school officials, and emergency responders.
WHAT: The student was struck by a Ford F250 pickup while riding an electric skateboard and later died from his injuries.
WHEN: Apr 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
WHERE: Wesley Chapel, Florida
WHY: Cause is under investigation after the pickup turned into the boy's path.
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