Port St. Lucie Scooter Collision Claims Life; Witnesses Urgently Needed

URGENT UPDATE: A 49-year-old man tragically lost his life in a scooter collision with a vehicle early yesterday morning in Port St. Lucie. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 7:15 AM at the intersection of SE Crosstown Parkway and SE Sandia Drive, according to reports from CBS12.

Emergency responders rushed the victim to a nearby hospital with severe injuries, but he was pronounced dead on arrival. Authorities have not yet released his name. The police have closed the intersection as they investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while the investigation is ongoing, as reported by WPBF.

In a call for assistance, authorities urge anyone who witnessed the crash or has any information to step forward. Witnesses are asked to contact 911, reach out to Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at (800) 273-8477, or speak directly with Traffic Homicide Investigator Officer Applebaum at 772-871-5000. Your information could be crucial in understanding what led to this devastating event.

This incident highlights the urgent need for caution on the roads, particularly for vulnerable road users like scooter riders. As investigations unfold, the community awaits updates, hoping for answers and justice for the victim’s family. Stay tuned for further developments on this tragic story.