A suspect who tried to evade San Francisco police while riding a scooter died Monday afternoon after crashing into a street fixture, police said.
Police located the suspect, a man who was wanted for a warrant, at about 12:24 p.m. in the area of Mission and Eighth streets.
Officers tried to apprehend the man, but he took off on a scooter, according to police. He then collided with a street fixture, injuring himself in the process.
Officers provided aid before paramedics transported the man to a nearby hospital, police said. He died at the hospital despite the efforts of medical staff.
Police said the investigation is ongoing and anyone with information should contact SFPD.