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Albuquerque, NM (May 13, 2026) – An e-scooter rider died after being hit by a vehicle in northeast Albuquerque on Tuesday night, May 12. The crash happened before 9:50 p.m. in the parking lot of the VIA Apartments on Montgomery Boulevard.
Officials said a southbound car hit a northbound e-scooter in the parking lot. The rider died from their injuries. Authorities had not released the rider’s identity.
The driver stayed at the scene after the collision. Additional details about the moments before the crash were not immediately available. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
Our condolences go out to the rider’s loved ones.
E-Scooter Crash Risks in Parking Lots
E-scooter crashes can cause severe injuries because riders have little protection from impact. A person may be thrown from the scooter or struck directly by a vehicle. Even in a parking lot, a collision can lead to fatal injuries.
Parking lots can be difficult spaces for all road users. Vehicles may be turning, backing out, entering lanes, or moving between parked cars. E-scooter riders may also be harder to see because they are smaller than cars and move through tighter spaces.
Lighting, parked vehicles, and building access points can affect visibility at night. After a serious crash, vehicle damage, scooter position, lighting conditions, and witness accounts may help explain how the collision happened.
