An early morning collision between a scooter and a Regional Transportation District (RTD) Line train resulted in serious injuries. The Denver Police Department reported the incident took place at the intersection of East 42nd Avenue and North Clayton Street.
#TRAFFIC: #DPD is investigating a traffic crash with serious injuries involving an operator of a stand-up scooter and the RTD A line train. Expect delays in the area. #Denver. pic.twitter.com/n2TUX2RFsa
— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) December 8, 2024
Emergency responders reached the scene shortly after the accident occurred. The specifics of how the crash transpired were not immediately available, but the impact was significant enough to cause serious injuries to the scooter rider. The individual's name has not been released, as authorities are likely still notifying next of kin.
9News reported that this intersection has been the site of past traffic incidents, though it's unclear whether prior occurrences involved RTD trains. RTD and Denver Police will likely examine the crash details to determine the cause and if either party had any fault.
Details on the scooter operator's condition have not been released beyond the initial report of serious injuries. The RTD A Line service experienced delays as a result of the crash, but normal operations resumed later in the morning.
