Bethany Selby Killed in Colorado Springs E-Scooter Accident
The 44-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle near East Platte Avenue
The 28th traffic-related death of the year in Colorado Springs occurred on June 23 when a 44-year-old woman was killed in a collision between her scooter and a vehicle. Bethany Selby died after she was struck on North Circle Drive near East Platte Avenue at approximately 12:40 p.m., according to police.
The driver of the involved car stopped immediately after the impact and remained at the scene to speak with investigators. Officers closed a section of the 400 block of the road while paramedics attempted life-saving measures.
Selby was pronounced dead at the scene before she could be transported to a hospital, the El Paso County Coroner's Office confirmed.
Detectives do not believe speed or alcohol played a role in the collision. The death reflects a growing statewide trend, as Denver and surrounding Colorado municipalities have reported record-high e-scooter death in recent years, with deaths quadrupling since 2021.
The investigation remains active.
Police asked anyone with information to contact the department or the Crime Stoppers tip line.
How common are fatal scooter collisions on Colorado Springs corridors?
As micromobility options expand across Colorado, riders face increasing risks on busy multi-lane roads like North Circle Drive. Statewide data indicates a sharp rise in severe incidents, with Denver alone recording eight fatal e-scooter accidents recently—more than the previous six years combined.
These statistics highlight the vulnerability of riders navigating urban traffic environments without dedicated infrastructure.
What factors do investigators examine in a scooter collision?
While police have ruled out speed and alcohol in this specific collision, reconstruction experts will analyze right-of-way, sightlines, and vehicle positioning.
Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal, said, "Moped riders carry enormous exposure on any roadway, and when a larger vehicle strikes one at even moderate speed, the outcome can be absolutely devastating."
"A legal team will move quickly to gather surveillance footage, preserve physical evidence before conditions change, and challenge insurance positions that undervalue the full scope of injuries and losses surviving families are left to manage," added Bond, who is also a national legal analyst for Accident News.
What are the legal options for a victim's family
Following a fatal collision, the family of the deceased often faces immediate financial and emotional burdens. Independent investigations frequently run parallel to law enforcement efforts to secure evidence, review traffic camera footage, and evaluate driver liability before the scene is permanently altered.
Colorado wrongful death statute
Under C.R.S. § 13-21-201, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. Colorado applies modified comparative fault (50% bar). The statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of death.
Recoverable damages may include loss of financial support, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and net pecuniary loss.
"Insurance companies move quickly after fatal crashes, and early settlement offers are not always structured with surviving relatives in mind. A legal team reviews any proposed settlement before advising whether accepting the offer reflects the full scope of family losses," noted Stefano Formica, a national legal analyst for Accident News and of counsel at Bond Legal.