Kidus Getnet Accident, What Happened to Kidus Getnet?
by Alaguvelan M
Updated Nov 07, 2023
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Kidus Getnet Accident
In Sioux Falls, a tragic accident involving a stolen vehicle has claimed the life of 16-year-old Roosevelt High School student Kidus Dawit Getnet and left a 15-year-old teen seriously injured.
The incident occurred at the intersection of 26th Street and Bahnson Avenue when the stolen vehicle, a 2015 Ford Fusion, ran a red light, struck a tree, and rolled over. The circumstances surrounding the involvement of the teenagers and the stolen vehicle remain unclear, but speed is suspected to be a contributing factor.
Investigations are ongoing and may take weeks to piece together the events leading to the crash. Questions about the involvement of drugs, alcohol, seatbelts, and any other vehicles in the incident are also awaiting answers.
In response to the tragedy, Roosevelt High School is offering support and resources to help students cope with the loss. Assistant Superintendent James Nold mentioned the district's crisis team, which assists in such situations, and Principal Tim Hazlett urged parents and guardians to engage in open conversations with their children.
The school is committed to ensuring students receive the emotional support they need during this difficult time. The incident has left the community deeply affected, and they are coming together to remember the student who passed away and extend their support to the injured one.
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Kidus Getnet Accident - FAQs
Kidus Getnet, a 16-year-old high school student, lost his life in a major crash involving a stolen vehicle in Sioux Falls.
The crash happened shortly after 3 a.m. near the intersection of 26th Street and Bahnson Avenue in Sioux Falls.
Kidus Getnet was the passenger, and the driver, Devante Omar Charo, was critically injured.
The crash was likely due to speeding, although the exact speed is unclear. The involvement of drugs or alcohol is also being investigated.
Roosevelt High School is providing resources and counseling to help students process their grief and emotions.