Young man on scooter critically hurt in downtown San Diego hit-and-run

Publish Date: 2023/09/29

SAN DIEGO, CA — A 22-year-old man suffered serious head trauma Thursday night when he was hit by a vehicle while riding a scooter in downtown San Diego, reports ABC10 News.

The incident took place on 5th Avenue, at the 500 block of Ash Street, shortly after 8:30 p.m.

San Diego Police Department officials said the young man was operating a motorized scooter southbound, in the bike path along the west side of 5th Avenue. As he entered the intersection, he was struck by the front of a vehicle heading westbound on Ash Street. The striking driver then continued away from the scene before authorities arrived, leaving the scooter rider with life-threatening injuries that include an open skull fracture and a brain bleed.

As of this writing, the SDPD has not released a description of the suspect vehicle. Investigators urge anyone with information to contact the department’s Traffic Division at 858-495-7800. Crime Stoppers can also be reached anonymously at 888-580-8477.

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