A 57-year-old man riding an electric scooter was fatally struck by a vehicle in Manteca on Sunday night, April 20, 2025.
According to the Manteca Police Department, the collision occurred at approximately 8:21 p.m. in the 200 block of Airport Way near Yosemite Avenue. The man was attempting to cross the street on his e-scooter when he was hit by a northbound vehicle.
Officers responded immediately and performed life-saving measures before transporting the victim to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. His brother and daughter, who were also riding scooters nearby, were not involved in the crash.
Police said the driver of the vehicle, a 46-year-old resident of Manteca, remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
Authorities noted the area lacked street lighting at the time of the incident. It remains unclear whether the victim was wearing a helmet or if his scooter’s lights were on.
The Manteca Police Department is actively investigating the cause of the crash.
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- 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.
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