Teen Killed in Delaware County Scooter Accident
DELAWARE COUNTY, Ohio — A 17-year-old girl on an electric scooter was struck and killed by an SUV on state Route 750 Friday afternoon, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP).
The collision occurred at approximately 3:44 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of state Route 750, near East Powell Road. A 22-year-old driver of a 2025 Mazda CX-50 was traveling southeast when the vehicle reportedly veered out of its lane and struck the teen, who was riding on the right shoulder.
OSHP confirmed the girl was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver was unharmed. The identity of the victim is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
Authorities reported the driver was taken into custody, but specific charges have yet to be disclosed. It remains unclear whether alcohol, drugs, or distractions played a role in the accident.
Eastbound lanes of state Route 750 were initially closed but have since reopened. The crash remains under investigation by OSHP.