65-year-old man dies after e-scooter hit in Koreatown

On September 12, a tragic incident occurred in Koreatown when a 65-year-old man, Donny Kim, was struck by a woman riding an e-scooter. Kim was out to dinner with his wife when he stepped onto the sidewalk and was hit, causing him to fall and sustain a severe head injury. Initially, he declined medical assistance but later required hospitalization due to vomiting and signs of a traumatic brain injury. Despite efforts to save him, Kim was declared brain dead more than a week later and taken off life support. His family expressed their devastation, particularly his wife, who felt helpless during the incident as she witnessed the aftermath. The woman who hit him fled the scene, prompting police to investigate the case as a felony hit-and-run. Family members believe the woman may not have realized the severity of the situation and hope to reach out to her through media coverage. They also aim to raise awareness about the dangers of e-scooter use, particularly regarding safety regulations and enforcement. Lime, the e-scooter company involved, expressed condolences and stated they are cooperating with the investigation. The family highlighted the lack of enforcement regarding scooter regulations, emphasizing the risks posed to pedestrians when riders do not adhere to safety guidelines.