Perth Man Dies After Being Hit by Drunk E-Scooter Rider – Charges Upgraded, Court Hears

Incident Overview
A 51-year-old man from Perth , Thanh Phan , has died after being struck by an e-scooter in the Perth CBD on Saturday night , May 31, 2025. The incident is alleged to have occurred under the influence of alcohol, with the rider, Alicia Kemp , a 24-year-old UK tourist , charged with causing death while driving dangerously under the influence .

The crash happened at the intersection of Murray and King Streets when Ms Kemp , who had been drinking since 2:30 pm , allegedly rode an e-scooter at 20–25 km/h —the maximum speed limit for rental scooters—and struck Mr Phan. He suffered head injuries and was taken to Royal Perth Hospital , where he underwent surgery for brain swelling but did not regain consciousness and later died.

Ms Kemp’s friend, a 26-year-old woman , was also injured in the collision and sustained a fracture after being thrown off the scooter. She has been charged with bodily harm due to her injuries.

The maximum penalty for the charges against Ms Kemp is 20 years’ imprisonment . She has been remanded in custody and will appear in court again on July 15, 2025 .

“Thanh Phan – a beloved husband, father of two, brother, and dear friend – was struck by an electric scooter and critically injured.”
— Police-issued statement

Location and Time

• Crash Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025 (approximately 8:30 pm).
• Location: Intersection of **Murray and King Streets**, **Perth CBD**, Western Australia.

Vehicles Involved

• An **electric scooter**, allegedly ridden by **Alicia Kemp**, a **24-year-old UK tourist** who was under the influence of alcohol.
• A **51-year-old pedestrian**, **Thanh Phan**, who was hit and later died from his injuries.

Injuries/Fatalities

• Fatality:
  • **Thanh Phan**, a **father of two**, died following a **crush injury** caused by the e-scooter collision.
• Injuries:
  • **Alicia Kemp’s friend**, a **26-year-old woman**, was thrown from the e-scooter and suffered a **fracture**.

Emergency Response

• Paramedics responded to the scene and transported **Mr Phan** to **Royal Perth Hospital**, where he underwent surgery for **brain swelling**.
• He did not survive and passed away on **Tuesday, June 3, 2025**.

“The court heard she was celebrating with friends… and decided to hire an e-scooter on the street.”
— Victoria Police statement

Police Investigation
NSW Police are examining:

• The sequence of events leading to the **e-scooter accident** in the **Perth CBD**.
• Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as **alcohol impairment** and **speed**.
• CCTV footage from **Murray and King Streets** around **8:30 pm on May 31, 2025**.

Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information or video evidence to contact Crime Stoppers or submit details via Policelink .

Community Impact
This tragic event has sparked calls for tighter regulation of e-scooter use , particularly for rental models . Mr Phan’s family described the incident as heartbreaking and urged a review of current e-scooter safety rules .

Local residents, including neighbour Lee Carroll , highlighted Mr Phan’s kind and gentle nature , noting that he was a generous host to children and a devoted family man .

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has CCTV/dashcam footage of the Murray and King Street intersection in Perth CBD around 8:30 pm on May 31, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities:

• Crime Stoppers WA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au.
• Witness Reporting: Contact **WA Police** directly via local station or through the official website.