A 13-year-old boy died on Monday afternoon in Queens after the motorized scooter he was riding collided with a truck. The incident occurred around 12:40 p.m. on 162nd Street near 45th Avenue in Flushing.
According to the New York Police Department, the scooter, operated by another 13-year-old boy, was traveling south when a motorist opened a car door. The scooter driver attempted to swerve to avoid the obstruction. In doing so, the scooter entered the path of a truck also traveling in the same direction.
The passenger on the scooter fell into the street and made contact with the rear wheels of the truck. Both teenagers were transported to NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. The passenger was pronounced dead due to his injuries, while the scooter driver was listed in stable condition. The driver of the truck remained at the scene.
Police stated that no arrests have been made, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing.