5-Year-Old Critically Injured in E-Scooter Crash in Everett, Washington

A serious collision involving an electric scooter and a vehicle left a 5-year-old child critically injured and a 16-year-old seriously injured in Everett, Washington, on Friday afternoon, October 23, 2026.

According to the Everett Police Department, officers responded to the crash at approximately 2:20 p.m. near the 600 block of Center Road.

Police said the two children, ages 5 and 16, were riding an electric scooter when they collided with a vehicle traveling eastbound.

The 5-year-old suffered life-threatening injuries, while the 16-year-old sustained serious injuries. The driver of the vehicle and two young children inside the car reportedly suffered minor injuries.

The 5-year-old, the 16-year-old and the vehicle's driver were transported to a hospital for medical treatment. Further details about their conditions have not been released.

Detectives from the Everett Police Department's Collision Investigation Unit are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash to determine how the collision occurred.

Center Road remained closed while investigators processed the scene and gathered evidence. Drivers were advised to use alternate routes until the investigation and scene processing were completed.

The incident highlights the importance of road safety and extra caution around children using electric scooters and other personal transportation devices.

This is a developing story. Additional information may be released as the investigation continues.