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British Backpacker to Reappear in Court After Fatal Perth E-Scooter Crash

Western Australia has suspended e-scooter hires to develop new safety measures following the deadly crash

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Alicia Kemp posted videos and photos of her travels in Australia and Southeast Asia on social media
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Overview

  • Alicia Kemp, 24, was charged with dangerous driving occasioning death after her e-scooter struck pedestrian Thanh Phan and she remains in custody facing up to 20 years in prison
  • She is due back at Perth Magistrates Court on July 15 for her next appearance in the case
  • Police said Kemp had a blood alcohol reading of 0.158 when the scooter hit 51-year-old Phan from behind on May 31
  • The City of Perth and City of Vincent each suspended their e-scooter hire services on June 5 and June 6 in response to the incident
  • The Western Australian government is weighing helmet mandates, geo-fencing and education campaigns to address intoxicated and high-speed e-scooter riding