Alex Ray Kisch arrested after fatal hit-and-run, orders McDonald's drive-thru

Alex Ray Kisch was arrested in Minnesota after police say he struck and killed a pedestrian in a hit‑and‑run crash, then drove to a McDonald’s drive‑through and ordered a meal, telling the attendant he “just went to get some food.” The incident occurred on a busy city street near downtown St. Paul on Tuesday evening. Kisch fled the scene on foot before returning to his car, speeding away, and pulling into the fast‑food lane. Officers identified him from surveillance footage and a witness who heard the driver’s remarks at the window. He now faces charges of vehicular homicide, leaving the scene of an accident and reckless driving.

The case has drawn attention because hit‑and‑run crashes have risen sharply across the United States, and Minnesota has seen a 20 percent increase in traffic deaths over the past two years. State law treats leaving the scene of a fatal accident as a first‑degree felony, punishable by up to 20 years in prison. Advocates say the incident underscores how some drivers treat public roads as private spaces, putting speed and self‑preservation above human life. The bizarre detail of the McDonald’s stop has amplified public outrage, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of traffic‑safety rules and better education on driver responsibility.

Police say Kisch will appear in Hennepin County District Court next week. Prosecutors intend to seek the maximum penalties allowed under state law. The victim’s family has been notified and is expected to make a statement at the hearing. McDonald’s released a brief comment saying the restaurant cooperated fully with investigators and that the incident does not reflect its values. The case will likely be reviewed by state legislators as they consider new measures to deter hit‑and‑run behavior, including mandatory license suspensions and higher fines for drivers who flee after a crash.