Teen Faces Vehicular Homicide Charge | Spokane News

An 18-year-old in Spokane Valley faces vehicular homicide after allegedly driving a Tesla while impaired and striking a scooter rider, who later died in the hospital. Initially charged with DUI, the case escalated following the victim’s critical condition and eventual death. The teen posted $10K bond and was released; his first court appearance was Tuesday, with another hearing scheduled for Thursday. The medical examiner will soon release the victim’s name and cause of death — a heartbreaking case that could reshape the young driver’s future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/sep/15/18-year-old-man-accused-of-hitting-killing-scooter/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/beb3c6f164b2e433 Report issues to [email protected].