Scooter Rider Injured in Suspected Hit-and-Run Crash on El Camino Real [Atascadero, CA]

Police Investigate Crash on El Camino Real in Atascadero

ATASCADERO, CA (July 22, 2026)— A scooter rider suffered moderate injuries after a suspected hit-and-run crash on EL Camino Real on Wednesday evening, according to the Atascadero Police Department.

Officers responded at approximately 5:00 p.m. on July 22 to the 7100 block of El Camino Real following reports of a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a scooter.

When officers arrived, they determined that a vehicle and the scooter had collided. One person sustained moderate injuries, while one of the motorists left the scene on foot.

Police later located and detained the suspected driver near the intersection of Curbaril and San Luis Avenue.

Paramedics transported the injured scooter rider by ambulance to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigators continued processing the scene and asked motorists to avoid the area while the investigation remained active.

The collision remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is encouraged to contact the Atascadero Police Department at (805) 461-5051.

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