![[09-01-2025] Man Killed After Being Struck While Riding Scooter at Seventh Street and Federation Drive in Long Beach](https://ak1.to//UXwek.webp)
A man was killed after being struck by a vehicle while riding a scooter in Long Beach on Monday morning, September 1, 2025.
According to the Long Beach Police Department, officers were dispatched around 3:20 a.m. to the area of Seventh Street and Federation Drive near Recreation Park.
Responding personnel found an unconscious man in the roadway, who was transported to a hospital but later died from his injuries.
Police reported that the victim was riding southbound on a scooter outside a marked crosswalk when he was struck by a 2016 Hyundai Accent driven by a 28-year-old Laguna Beach resident traveling eastbound on Seventh Street. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
The department stated that speed, distracted driving, and impaired driving do not appear to have been factors in the collision.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
