Vehicle struck a scooter rider near Fountain Boulevard, leaving one dead
March 19, 2026 | Colorado Springs, CO
A 34-year-old man was fatally injured when struck by a vehicle while riding a scooter in Colorado Springs.
Allen Brewer, 34, died after being struck by a vehicle while riding a scooter near Circle Drive and Fountain Boulevard in Colorado Springs.
What Happened in the Crash?
Police reports indicate Allen Brewer was operating an e-scooter at approximately 3 p.m. on March 19 near the intersection of Circle Drive and Fountain Boulevard. He was transported to a local hospital but succumbed to his injuries. The El Paso County Coroner’s Office confirmed his identity following an autopsy on April 8.
Key details of the incident include:
- Victim: Allen Brewer, age 34
- Date and Time: March 19, around 3 p.m.
- Location: Intersection of Circle Drive and Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs
- Vehicle Involved: Passenger vehicle striking e-scooter
- Outcome: Brewer died from injuries, and the incident is under investigation by local authorities
The Colorado Springs Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Why Do E-Scooter Accidents Like This Occur?
The popularity of e-scooters for commuting and leisure has surged in recent years. However, this rise has coincided with increased safety risks.
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), e-scooter-related fatalities climbed steadily from 2017 to 2023, with nearly 200 deaths reported nationwide during that period.
Common contributing factors in such crashes, as cited by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), include:
- Driver distraction
- Excessive speed by motorists
- Misjudgment of the e-scooter's speed or distance
- Poor road conditions or visibility
Year Range |
E-Scooter Fatalities (CPSC Data) |
Key Contributing Factors (FHWA) |
|---|
2017-2019 |
Approximately 50 |
Distraction, urban congestion |
2020-2023 |
Over 140 |
Speeding, visibility issues |
Total |
Nearly 200 |
Misjudgment, infrastructure |
Legal Insights
In cases such as this involving motor vehicle and e-scooter collisions, a thorough independent investigation is crucial to support affected families.
“Having the proper resources is extremely important when investigating an e-scooter accident case and demonstrating that there was negligence on the part of a motorist,” said Candice Bond, managing partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst with Newsline. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must be examined. An accident reconstruction team and or even e-scooter manufacturing professionals are often utilized to help to put together what occurred and protect the legal rights and best interests of a grieving family.”
Key takeaways from analyst perspectives:
- Prompt investigations preserve evidence and establish liability.
- Factors like lighting and signage play a significant role in urban scooter crashes.
- Professional teams, including reconstruction specialists, aid in building strong cases.
Family members of those involved in wrongful death incidents may pursue claims for loss of companionship, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
“We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal. “A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their best interests are taken care of. Relatives of wrongful death victims are entitled to seek damages for the loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident.”
Newsline, the premier digital news platform owned by Belsito Communications, Inc., upholds rigorous editorial standards with an unwavering commitment to journalistic integrity and editorial excellence. Our stories are crafted to inform and empower readers.
We invite feedback and maintain transparency through our Corrections Policy, ensuring a 24-hour review for any inaccuracies.
Explore our Editorial Process and Editorial Policy for details on our standards.
(This report is based on verified data - learn more on our About Us page.)
Newsline - is your trusted source for legal news and accident reports, delivering timely updates to keep you informed.
If you or a family member has been affected by a similar incident, national legal analyst Candice Bond is available for a free consultation. Use the contact information provided on this page.
(Candice Bond, our national legal analyst, is a Managing Partner at Bond Legal. Newsline can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-985-6515 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).