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Driver accused of killing 3-year-old eating at Beachwood restaurant faces judge CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The driver accused of killing a three-year-old girl who died after being struck by a car while while eating outside with family members at a Beachwood restaurant, was arraigned in Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas Wednesday. The accident happened around 1:30 p.m. June 21 at City Barbeque at the Pavilion Shopping Center. Jasmine McFadden, 18, of Euclid, pleaded not guilty to the charges of aggravated vehicular homicide and negligent assault and her bond was continued at $100,000. Beachwood police said McFadden was driving through the parking lot of the shopping center, when she left the road, crossed a curb, and entered the outdoor dining area of City Barbeque. The vehicle then crashed into the little girl. After the accident, the child was rushed to Cleveland Clinic-Hillcrest Hospital where she died from her injuries. 19 News is not releasing the child’s name. Former Cleveland State University basketball star Kenneth McFadden, 61, of Euclid, was also arraigned. According to police, Kenneth was seated in the front seat, but initially told officers he was the driver. Kenneth pleaded not guilty to charges of obstructing official businesses and wrongful entrustment. He remains out on a $10,000 bond. McFadden was a standout basketball player at Cleveland State University in the 1980’s, leading his team to the Sweet 16 in 1986. “The Beachwood Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the child’s family and loved ones. We also recognize the impact of this incident on family members, witnesses, first responders, restaurant employees, and others affected by this tragedy,” posted a city official in a news release last month. Both Kenneth and Jasmine will return to court on Aug. 19 for a pretrial. Copyright 2026 WOIO. All rights reserved.