Modesto, CA (December 19, 2024) – A rider on a mobility scooter was hit and killed by a vehicle Wednesday in Modesto.
The Modesto Police Department said officers responded to the crash before 5:00 p.m. on East Briggsmore Avenue, east of Coffee Road. Police said both the vehicle and the scooter rider were going westbound on Briggsmore Avenue when the crash happened. The crash prompted road closures and traffic delays on Briggsmore Avenue.
Life-saving efforts were performed on the rider of the scooter, but they were pronounced dead at the scene, police said. The driver of the vehicle remained on the scene and cooperated with officers. No further details were released in the interim, but an investigation is still ongoing.
We extend our sincere condolences to the deceased woman’s family members.
Fatal Scooter Accidents in California
From mobility scooters to safety bikes, pedestrians use a number of aids in their transportation on the streets and roadways of the Golden State. Moreover, E-scooters, often known as electric scooters, are a relatively new, easy, and enjoyable mode of transportation. They are also an efficient method of getting around traffic and reaching your destination quickly in California, where driving may be a headache. E-scooters are becoming more and more popular for both individual ownership and app-based rentals. Thousands of scooters are dropped off in cities around California, where customers may hire them with a few screen touches. However, although e-scooters provide significant benefits, there are certain risks associated with them as well.
According to recent research, over 40% of e-scooter users hurt in incidents in Southern California suffered serious head injuries. The path to rehabilitation after being hurt in such a collision can be difficult and drawn out, but our attorneys at J.G. Winter Law are here to help you and yours.
Our Modesto pedestrian accident attorneys aim to protect your legal rights and optimize your settlement. We want to use our experience to make the courtroom less stressful so you can concentrate on recovering. Call us at 844-517-0586 now to make an appointment for a free consultation and start your journey toward justice. After your family has lost a loved one in a preventable crash, you must have much-needed support throughout this frustrating, devastating time in your life.
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