Unregistered Moped Operator Driving on Sidewalk in Providence Facing Charges Following Crash

Unregistered Moped Operator Driving on Sidewalk in Providence Facing Charges Following Crash

A female moped operator is facing multiple charges after a crash with a car on Charles Street in Providence — including driving on a sidewalk. 

The accident occurred shortly after 1:30 PM on Monday. 

Providence Police Chief Hugh Clements told GoLocal that while the bike was technically street legal, it was not registered, with no insurance, and the driver was operating without a license.

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“A legally registered car was going into the parking lot where there is Wendy’s and Walmart, and they collided,” said Clements. 

Both the driver and a female passenger — who were not wearing helmets — were injured, said Clements.

 “Both females had non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to Rhode Island Hospital,” said Clements.

Providence Police seized the vehicle. 

“We always move toward that  — we will be making our case,” said Clements. “We’re moving to impound. "

Clements said the full police report would be available on Tuesday.