Fresno, CA (May 10, 2026) – A 14-year-old girl was hospitalized with major injuries after being struck by a pickup truck while riding an electric scooter in Fresno County.
The crash happened just after 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, on Weldon Avenue near First and McKinley. According to California Highway Patrol officers, the teen was riding an electric scooter alongside a 12-year-old girl when they approached an intersection.
Investigators said the 14-year-old failed to stop at a stop sign and entered the intersection, traveling directly into the path of a Dodge pickup truck. The truck struck the scooter, throwing the teen from the scooter.
Emergency units transported the injured girl to a hospital with major injuries. The second rider was not reported to be seriously injured.
Authorities said the driver of the pickup truck remained at the scene and was not injured in the crash. Police also noted that neither rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the incident.
The incident remains under investigation by authorities.
Our thoughts are with the injured teen as she receives medical care.
Why E-Scooter Crashes at Intersections Can Be So Severe
Collisions involving electric scooters at intersections often result in serious injuries because riders have less protection than occupants of larger vehicles. When stop signs or traffic signals are missed, riders may enter a roadway without enough time for oncoming drivers to react.
Intersections require quick decision-making from both drivers and riders, and visibility can play a major role in crash outcomes. Helmet use is also a key factor in reducing head injuries during falls or vehicle impacts. Investigators typically examine right-of-way rules, speed, and visibility conditions to determine how these types of collisions occur.
