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15 hours ago
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Lee's Summit community mourns loss of 14-year-old killed in bicycle crash
LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. — Heartbreak has ripped through the Lee's Summit community after 14-year-old Noah Lakey, an outgoing eighth grader at Summit Lakes Middle School, was killed while riding his bike. According to police, Lakey was riding along the sidewalk near SW Jefferson Road and SW Scherer Road when he entered the westbound lane and collided with a vehicle. He was taken to a local hospital, where he later died. The driver was evaluated at the scene and did not require medical attention. 3 Leavenworth school employees accused of failing to report child abuse Noah was just weeks away from starting his freshman year of high school, a milestone he'll now never reach. In the wake of his death, friends of the family launched a GoFundMe, which has already raised over $20,000 in a single day. Amber Rollins, Director of Kansas City-based Kids and Cars Safety, says this tragedy is sadly far from rare. 'As a mother, my heart is broken for this family and this community,' Rollins said. 'I'm sure there are so many people who loved this young man and are completely shattered.' The organization says around 400,000 accidents involving kids, bikes and cars occur each year, with nearly 300 resulting in death. With summer break underway and more children outside, Rollins urges families and drivers to stay especially alert. Donna Kelce to make reality TV debut on Peacock's 'The Traitors' 'It only takes one split second of distraction for something horrible to happen,' she said. 'Safety may not be on the top of kids' minds, but we need to make sure it is — talk to your children, tell them Noah's story, and honor him by being safe.' Rollins emphasized that wearing a helmet should never be optional, calling it a non-negotiable part of bike safety. The Lee's Summit Police Department says the investigation is ongoing, but so far, the crash appears to be a tragic accident. The school district is offering support resources to students, staff, and community members affected by Noah's passing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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a day ago
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Bicyclist killed after hitting car in Lee's Summit identified, had just turned 14
A 14-year-old boy was killed Wednesday morning after colliding with a vehicle in Lee's Summit, according to a press release from Lee's Summit police Sgt. Chris Depue. Emergency crews responded to the intersection of Southwest Jefferson Street and Southwest Scherer Road around 10 a.m Wednesday on reports of a motor vehicle collision, according to the press release. Noah Lakey, 14, was traveling southbound on a sidewalk when he entered the roadway and collided with a vehicle, according to the press release. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead. Lakey was an eighth-grader at Summit Lakes Middle School, according to an email from the school's principal, Dr. David Mitchell, sent to families Thursday evening. 'It is with a heavy heart that I share the sad news that Noah Lakey, an outgoing eighth grader, died Wednesday morning in a tragic accident,' the email said. The email encouraged students to reach out to the school's administrative team for support. Lakey, who turned 14 on June 1, was 'a young man full of life and kindness,' according to a GoFundMe for Lakey's family. He loved archery, listening to music, playing video games and spending time with friends. The Star's Bella Waters contributed to reporting.
