[05-13-2026] El Dorado County, CA – Woman on Mobility Scooter Killed After Being Struck By Vehicle in Pollock Pines

A 70-year-old woman was killed after being struck by a vehicle while riding a mobility scooter in Pollock Pines, El Dorado County, on Wednesday night, May 13, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred before 9:00 p.m. along Pony Express Trail by the Safeway.

Authorities stated that the woman was crossing the roadway on her mobility scooter when she was struck by a Chevy pickup truck.

The driver of the pickup, identified as a 20-year-old man, remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

No arrest was made, and DUI is not suspected as a factor in the crash. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the incident.

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