A 34-year-old man from Cottonwood was killed after his electric scooter collided with a pickup truck in Shasta County on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred when a Ford pickup truck was traveling westbound on Gas Point Road and entered the intersection at Park Drive.
At the same time, the man was riding an electric scooter southbound on Park Drive and entered the intersection in front of the truck.
The Ford struck the scooter, and the rider was found beneath the vehicle following the collision. The driver stopped on the north shoulder of Gas Point Road and called emergency services.
Despite paramedics’ life-saving efforts, the scooter rider died at the scene. His identity is being withheld pending notification of his next of kin.
The crash remains under investigation.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.