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12-year-old on e-bike critically injured in Carmel Valley crash

03 May 2026 10:50

A 12-year-old boy on an e-bike suffered life-threatening injuries after colliding with a Tesla in Carmel Valley on Sunday evening. - The crash occurred around 5:40 p.m.

when the boy attempted a left turn from a bike lane. - The driver of the Tesla remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities.

- The Monterey County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns about e-bike use by minors in the region.

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