Child on Scooter Involved in Pedestrian Collision: Police Launch Investigation

UPDATE 4:46 p.m. Nov. 1, 2024 — A spokesperson for the Maricopa Police Department, Monica Williams, reported that a 17-year-old riding a scooter was involved in a collision with a car at low speed. Fortunately, he sustained no major injuries, merely a few bumps and scratches.

ORIGINAL STORY 4:30 p.m. Nov. 1, 2024 — Maricopa police are investigating a pedestrian-car collision at the intersection of Rancho El Dorado Parkway and Vintage Drive, close to Santa Rosa Elementary School. According to a police officer on the scene, “A kid ran into a car,” adding to concerns in the area.

An ambulance responded promptly, and paramedics attended to the injured youth, though the extent of his injuries was initially unknown. Meanwhile, a steady flow of schoolchildren navigated around the blocked southbound lane of Vintage Drive, highlighting the proximity of schools to the incident site.

Nearby, two Toyota SUVs were parked along the road, waiting for the situation to unfold. This developing story will continue to be monitored, with updates to follow as more information becomes available.