Sioux Falls, SD (March 3, 2026) – A 45-year-old man was arrested early on Monday morning, March 2, after a hit-and-run crash involving an e-bike at Interstate 229 and East 10th Street. The collision left a Sioux Falls man with serious, life-threatening injuries.
Emergency units responded to the scene and transported the injured rider to a hospital for treatment. A female passenger on the e-bike was also injured but suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities identified the driver as 45-year-old Phillip Krejci. He was arrested on charges of felony hit and run, driving without a license, no insurance, and outstanding warrants.
Authorities continue to investigate the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
How Hit-and-Run Crashes Involving E-Bikes Can Lead to Serious Injuries
E-bikes share the road with larger vehicles but offer little physical protection during a collision. When struck by a car, riders can suffer severe or life-threatening injuries due to direct impact with the vehicle or pavement.
Hit-and-run incidents can delay the provision of immediate assistance if drivers leave the scene. A quick emergency response is often critical to reducing injury severity.
As e-bike use increases in urban areas, awareness and safe driving practices are necessary to reduce the risk of crashes at busy intersections and highway access points.
