NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WKBW) — Niagara Falls Police are investigating a deadly crash involving an e-scooter and a tow truck.
The crash happened on Friday, at about 11:42 a.m., at the intersection of Ontario Avenue and Lockport Street.
Authorities say the tow truck was headed west on Ontario Avenue and passed through the intersection with Lockport Street with a green light when it collided with the e-scooter. Police say the driver of the e-scooter was traveling northeast on Lockport Street with a red traffic signal.
The driver of the e-scooter, 59-year-old Scott Read of Niagara Falls, was taken to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, where he died from his injuries.
The driver of the tow truck was not injured and is cooperating with the investigation. Currently, no charges are pending.
