Nacere Ellis, a 16-year-old e-scooter rider, died following a crash involving a Hyundai Tucson on June 29 in Staten Island. The collision occurred when Ellis, riding an electric Phantom scooter, crossed into the westbound lane and was struck by the vehicle driven by a 79-year-old woman. Initially taken to Richmond University Medical Center in stable condition, Ellis's injuries proved fatal, leading to his death on July 2. No arrests have been made in connection with the incident, which is still under investigation. Notably, stand-up scooter fatalities have declined by 66.7% this year compared to last year.
A 16-year-old e-scooter rider, Nacere Ellis, tragically died following a collision with a Hyundai Tucson driven by a 79-year-old woman in Staten Island.
Ellis was riding an electric Phantom scooter when he crossed into the westbound lane and was struck by the vehicle at around 2:30 p.m. on June 29.
After being taken to Richmond University Medical Center in stable condition, Ellis succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on July 2.
Recent NYPD statistics show that stand-up scooter fatalities have decreased by 66.7% year-to-date compared to the same period last year.
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