Bird Scooter Rider Struck, Injured by Pickup Truck on Grape Street in Abilene
17-Year-Old Man Injured in Abilene Bird Scooter Accident on Grape Street
Abilene, Texas (June 20, 2022) – A Bird scooter rider was injured after being struck by a pickup truck on Sunday night in north Abilene, according to authorities.
The collision occurred at around 10:00 p.m. Sunday, June 19, in the 900 block of Grape Street.
Authorities said multiple individuals riding Bird scooters were traveling northbound in the outside lane when one of the scooter operators made a left turn directly into the path of a Ram 3500 pickup that was also traveling northbound in the inside lane.
The Ram ultimately struck the Bird scooter rider.
The Bird scooter rider, only identified as a 17-year-old Abilene man, was taken to Hendrick Medical Center North by Metro Care, where he remains in stable condition.
Speed and intoxication were not considered a factor in the crash.
Further details regarding the crash were not immediately provided.
The Abilene Police Department’s Traffic Division is investigating the crash.
Common Causes of Scooter Accidents
There are many different reasons why scooter accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, texting and driving, speeding, fatigue, failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive, running a red light, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality. At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case. Call now for a free consultation.
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