SECOND E-BIKE CRASH IN 24 HOURS TURNS DEADLY IN SANTA MONICA

By CAL WIRE Crime & Public Safety Desk — Wednesday, August 12, 2026

  By CAL WIRE Crime & Public Safety Desk  |  PUBLISHED: Wednesday, August 12, 2026

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BREAKING — Aug 12, 11:57 AM PT
SECOND E-BIKE CRASH IN 24 HOURS TURNS DEADLY IN SANTA MONICA
An e-bike rider was struck and killed Tuesday evening in what marks the second serious e-bike crash in Santa Monica within a single day. Details on the fatal incident remain limited at this hour.
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The crash comes less than 24 hours after a violent hit-and-run involving another e-bike rider in the same area. Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the two incidents are connected or released additional details on either collision.
See also: SECOND E-BIKE CRASH IN 24 HOURS TURNS FATAL IN SANTA · SECOND E-BIKE CRASH IN 24 HOURS TURNS FATAL IN SANTA
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.