Man on electric scooter dies in Richfield SUV crash
- Benjamin Walker, 34, was riding his electric scooter against traffic when he collided with a Jeep Wrangler.
- The crash occurred around 5:45 p.m. near Interstate 494 in Richfield, Minnesota.
- The incident highlights the dangers of riding electric scooters without adhering to traffic regulations.
On Thursday evening, a tragic incident occurred in Richfield, Minnesota, when a 34-year-old man named Benjamin Walker was riding his electric scooter. Reports indicate that he was traveling against traffic in the southbound lanes of Nicollet Avenue, which may have contributed to the accident. At approximately 5:45 p.m., Walker collided with a Jeep Wrangler that was moving in the opposite direction near Interstate 494. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but unfortunately, Walker was pronounced dead at the site of the crash. The Richfield Police Department is currently conducting an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the collision, including factors such as visibility, traffic conditions, and whether any traffic laws were violated. This incident raises concerns about the safety of electric scooter riders, particularly regarding their awareness of traffic rules and the potential dangers of riding against the flow of traffic.