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NEW HAVEN, New Haven County, Conn., Nov. 3, 2026 — A scooter rider was reportedly struck by a car on Monday afternoon, November 2, at Howard Avenue and Park Street in New Haven.
The New Haven Police Department said officers were on scene in the 500 block of Congress Avenue around 12:45 p.m. for a delayed report of a pedestrian struck. Investigators said the collision reportedly happened closer to noon at the Howard Avenue and Park Street intersection, several blocks from where the report was taken. The scooter rider's injuries have not been released.
It remains unclear how the delay between the crash and the report factored into the response. No information on the vehicle involved or on potential charges has been released.
Details including the rider's age, gender and condition are still unreleased. Anyone with information about the crash has reportedly been asked to come forward.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should someone do after a car versus scooter crash?
Call 911 immediately, stay at the scene if it's safe to do so, and remember to seek medical evaluation even if injuries seem minor, since some impact injuries take hours to appear.
What injuries are common when a car strikes a scooter rider?
Scooter riders usually suffer broken bones, head injuries, road rash and joint damage, since they have little protection compared to someone inside a vehicle.
What typically causes car versus scooter collisions?
These crashes commonly stem from a driver failing to yield or see a rider at an intersection, distracted driving, or a scooter entering traffic from a sidewalk or crosswalk.
Does speed make a difference in these crashes?
Yes. Higher speeds give drivers less time to react and increase the force of impact, which tends to raise the chance and severity of injury to a scooter rider.
