WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP, OH — Authorities have identified the man killed in a tragic hit-and-run crash last week as 40-year-old Yusuf Aden, a resident of Hopkins, Minnesota. The fatal incident occurred late on the night of Tuesday, July 23, near Ohio Machinery Boulevard at approximately 10:30 p.m., when Aden was struck by a semi-truck whose driver fled the scene.
According to investigators, Aden was walking or standing near the roadway when he was hit. The driver of the truck did not stop to render aid and left the scene before emergency services arrived. Despite the swift response of first responders, Aden was pronounced dead shortly after their arrival.
The Weathersfield Township Police Department, along with other local and state agencies, has launched a full-scale investigation into the incident. As of now, no suspects have been identified, and authorities have not released a description of the semi-truck involved. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage, gathering witness statements, and examining any dashcam recordings from the area in hopes of identifying the driver.
💔 Remembering Yusuf Aden
Originally from Hopkins, Minnesota, Yusuf Aden is being remembered by loved ones as a gentle, kind-hearted man whose sudden death has sent shockwaves through his family and community. His passing has left friends and relatives mourning not only the loss of a life, but the manner in which it was taken—sudden, violent, and unresolved.
“Yusuf didn’t deserve this,” a family member shared. “We just want answers. We want the person who did this to come forward or be brought to justice.”
🚔 A Call for Public Assistance
Law enforcement is urgently asking for the public’s help in locating the driver responsible. Anyone who may have been in the vicinity of Ohio Machinery Boulevard around 10:30 p.m. on July 23, especially truck drivers or motorists with dashcam footage, is urged to come forward.
“We understand that these investigations are complex,” said a spokesperson from the Weathersfield Township Police Department. “But we believe someone knows something — and even the smallest detail could make a big difference.”
⚠️ Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have not yet determined whether the incident was accidental or intentional, and no charges have been filed at this time. The case remains open and active, with police following every possible lead.
This tragic event has also renewed local conversations around pedestrian safety, particularly in industrial and high-traffic areas. Many residents are calling for better lighting, signage, and enforcement of commercial vehicle regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
📞 How to Help
If you have any information regarding this incident, you are asked to contact the Weathersfield Township Police Department. Tips can be given anonymously, and community cooperation is crucial in helping bring closure to the Aden family.
As the investigation continues, the hope remains that justice will be served — and that Yusuf Aden’s life and memory will be honored with truth, accountability, and a renewed commitment to road safety.
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