Paxton Roy Car Accident, Obituary, Cause Of Death – Teen Injured In Ham Lake Crash

The Andover, Minnesota, community continues to rally around Paxton Roy, a 16-year-old Andover High School student who was critically injured in a serious car accident earlier this year.

According to reporting from Bring Me The News, the crash occurred shortly after 3:30 p.m. on June 29, 2026, on Crosstown Boulevard Northeast in Ham Lake. Investigators said a westbound sedan crossed the center line and collided with an eastbound pickup truck.

Paxton was driving the sedan and was airlifted to Regions Hospital with life-threatening injuries. Two passengers in the sedan and the pickup truck driver were also hospitalized.

A family-supported fundraiser describes Paxton as an honor-roll student and dedicated multi-sport athlete who participates in varsity soccer, wrestling, and football. He has also been described as kind, humble, sportsmanlike, and a quiet leader.

Support has come from classmates, teammates, coaches, teachers, church members, friends, neighbors, and others throughout the community. His family has asked people not to speculate about the circumstances of the crash while the investigation continues.

According to the latest publicly available family update referenced in the report, Paxton remained in critical condition as his loved ones focused on his recovery. The fundraiser was established to help with medical and everyday expenses while his parents remained at his side.

The Andover community continues to support Paxton and his family as they face the difficult road ahead, with friends and loved ones hoping for his healing and recovery.