(Fresno County, California) 85-year-old Roy Vogt from Kerman has tragically died after a commercial vehicle hit and killed him while riding an electric mobility scooter on the intersection of Madera and Whitebridge Avenue.
When authorities made their way to the scene, they found Vogt dead. The driver involved stopped and remained at the scene. Police confirmed that impairment in alcohol and drugs did not play a factor in the Electric mobility scooter crash.
Legal Perspective on Electric Mobility Scooter Crash
Speed may have been a factor in this collision due to Vogt’s tragic death before authorities arrived. In order to determine that investigators may review specific speed and penal laws.
Investigators may review California Vehicle Code 22349. This law prohibits drivers from driving with a speed limit of 55 mph or more on a two way, undivided lane. Because Vogt died on an intersection, it’s possible that he had died on a two way, undivided lane.
Because the driver did not yield the right-of-way to Vogt, he may have committed Vehicular homicide under California Penal Code 192 by an unlawful act that can produce death. From then on, investigators may review California Penal Code 193 to which it discusses punishments that the driver may face. In this case, the driver could face 6 years in the state prison.
Advice to the Family
If you are a loved one of Vogt, navigating a difficult loss can be difficult to process. We suggest getting emotional support from loved ones, as that may ease distress. If you are planning to take legal actions, speak with a legal attorney in the state of California who has taken cases in electric scooter collisions.
Have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident? call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
