A young man was critically injured Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, after his e-bike was struck by a vehicle during a two-car collision at a Salt Lake City intersection. The incident occurred shortly after 11 a.m. in the intersection of Redwood Road and 1700 South.
Details of the Collision
According to Sgt. Greg Wilking of the Salt Lake City Police, the collision involved a southbound vehicle traveling on Redwood Road that ran a red light. That vehicle struck another car that was traveling eastbound through the intersection.
Victim in Crosswalk
Following the initial impact, the vehicle that had run the red light spun and struck a person riding an e-bike. The victim, identified as a young male adult, was in the crosswalk alongside the eastbound vehicle at the time of the accident.
Investigation and Hospitalization
The injured e-bike rider was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Both drivers involved in the collision remained at the scene following the accident, and the intersection was closed for several hours while investigators conducted their inquiry.
Intersection Closure
The intersection of Redwood Road and 1700 South remained closed for a significant portion of the morning as police worked to process the scene.
