Preston, ID (March 4, 2026) – A Preston man has died days after a crash involving a pickup truck and a mobility scooter that occurred Saturday afternoon, February 28, in Preston. The incident happened around 3:45 p.m. on South State Street just north of West 1st Street.
According to reports, a 62-year-old driver was traveling southbound in a 2003 pickup truck when the vehicle struck a 67-year-old man who was using a mobility scooter in a crosswalk. Emergency units responded and transported the injured man by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment.
Officials confirmed Tuesday, March 3, that the Preston man died from injuries related to the crash. Authorities have not yet released the identities of the people involved.
The collision caused the southbound lanes of State Street to close for about three hours while crews worked at the scene. The crash remains under investigation.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Why Crosswalk Accidents Can Be Dangerous for Mobility Scooter Users
Intersections such as South State Street and West 1st Street are risky due to turning movements and crossing traffic. When vehicles approach crosswalks, drivers and people crossing the street must rely on visibility and timing to move safely through the area.
Mobility scooters travel at slower speeds than vehicles and may take longer to cross the roadway. Drivers approaching the intersection may have limited time to react if they do not notice someone crossing.
Marked crosswalks help guide pedestrian movement, but traffic flow, lighting conditions, and driver attention can affect how safely vehicles and pedestrians share the intersection.
