Seekonk Police Seek Driver in E-Bike Hit-and-Run
Update: Seekonk police are actively investigating a hit-and-run incident that left a teenage boy hospitalized after he was struck by a vehicle while riding an e-bike on Willis Avenue Friday evening. Police have issued a public appeal for tips as they search for the suspect driver.
Incident Details
The collision occurred on Friday, June 19, 2026, around 11:28 AM on Willis Avenue near Greenfield Street in Seekonk. The teen boy, riding an electric bike, was struck by an unknown vehicle. Emergency responders transported the victim to a local hospital with minor injuries.
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According to Seekonk Police Department, the driver fled the scene without providing assistance or information, making this a hit-and-run incident. The driver will likely face charges for leaving the scene of an accident once identified and apprehended.
Suspect Vehicle Description
Police have identified the suspect vehicle as a white 2006 Infiniti QX with Massachusetts license plates. The vehicle registration is linked to an address near Newport Avenue in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
The driver is described as a Black female. Police are urging anyone who recognizes the vehicle or has information about the incident to contact the Seekonk Police Department immediately.
How to Report Tips
If you have any information about this hit-and-run incident, please contact the Seekonk Police Department as soon as possible. Tips can be reported confidentially through the department non-emergency line.
E-Bike Safety Growing Concern
This incident highlights an increasingly important conversation about road safety, particularly as warmer months bring more cyclists and e-bike riders to Massachusetts roads. Neighbors and residents in the area have expressed concern about the intersection of through-traffic and children riding bikes in residential zones.
No surveillance footage has been publicly released. If you were in the area of Willis Avenue and Greenfield Street on Friday evening and have dashcam footage, Ring/security camera video, or any other evidence, Seekonk Police are asking you to come forward immediately. Early tips can be critical in identifying hit-and-run suspects before they dispose of a damaged vehicle.
Local resident Jeanette Noah told investigators that Willis Avenue is frequently used as a cut-through by drivers unfamiliar with the residential nature of the street. Neighbors have placed signage encouraging caution, particularly during peak cycling hours.
Safety Tips for E-Bike Riders
- Always wear a helmet and high-visibility clothing
- Use lights on your e-bike, even during daytime hours
- Obey traffic signals and road rules
- Avoid riding in distraction and stay alert to your surroundings
- Report reckless drivers to local law enforcement
Seekonk Police remind both drivers and cyclists to exercise caution during the summer months when activity on local roads increases. Massachusetts bicycling safety resources are available through the state government website for riders looking to improve their safety practices.
Anyone with information about the white 2006 Infiniti QX or the hit-and-run incident should contact Seekonk Police immediately. This case remains under active investigation.
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