Fort Lauderdale investigates fatal scooter crash disrupting major intersection

A serious crash involving a mobility scooter occurred in Front Royal when a pickup truck struck a 70-year-old woman using the scooter, leaving her with serious but non-life-threatening injuries; she was transported to Inova Fairfax Hospital for treatment. Meanwhile, in Fort Lauderdale, a fatal incident took place when a scooter rider was struck by a garbage truck at the intersection of State Road 84 and South Federal Highway, resulting in the rider's death and closure of the major intersection. Fort Lauderdale authorities, including the police traffic homicide unit and fire rescue, are actively investigating the fatal crash, with traffic diversions implemented around the area. Both incidents highlight the dangers faced by scooter users in traffic and have prompted ongoing investigations by local law enforcement. No arrests have been reported in the Fort Lauderdale case as of the latest updates. Authorities encourage witnesses in the Front Royal crash to come forward to assist with the investigation.