Tragic mishap on an electric scooter leads to a collision, resulting in the death of an adult male

A tragic accident involving an electric scooter led to the death of a 25-year-old male in Spokane early on July 19, 2025. The incident occurred when the rear passenger lost his balance, falling into the roadway, where he was struck by a northbound semi-truck. Emergency responders, including Spokane Fire, attempted life-saving measures but could not revive the victim, who died at the scene. The semi-truck driver cooperated with law enforcement and showed no signs of impairment, indicating that the accident was not due to driver negligence. Authorities closed the area for several hours to conduct a thorough investigation of the scene.

The Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office will release the name of the deceased at a later date. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding electric scooters on public roadways. Community members are urged to exercise caution while using these vehicles.