Man fleeing from police on scooter dies after hitting 'street fixture' in SF, police say

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- A man died after fleeing from police on a scooter in San Francisco on Monday, according to SFPD.

Police say they were trying to catch a suspect just before 12:30 p.m. wanted for a warrant in the area of Mission and 8th streets.

The suspect fled on a scooter, before hitting a street fixture.

He was injured and was taken to a local hospital, where he later died.

It's unknown why police were attempting to apprehend the suspect.

His identity is not yet known.

Anyone with information should contact the SFPD at 415-575-4444.