A Los Angeles family and their wider community are grappling with profound loss after a pregnant mother-of-two was killed in an electric bike collision over the weekend, an incident now under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department.
According to LAPD’s West Traffic Division, Regan Cole-Graham, 36, was riding an electric bike Saturday night with her husband, Matt Graham, and their two young children when a white sedan traveling in the same direction struck the bike. The impact threw Cole-Graham and an unidentified passenger from the e-bike, police said.
First responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department transported Cole-Graham and the passenger to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Organizers of an online fundraiser later confirmed that her unborn child also died overnight on Sunday.
Authorities have stated that, based on preliminary findings, there does not appear to be any criminality involved, though the investigation remains ongoing. Fatal traffic collisions involving cyclists and e-bikes have become an increasing concern in Los Angeles, where the growing popularity of electric bicycles has outpaced infrastructure and safety awareness in many areas.
In the wake of the tragedy, community response has centered on grief, remembrance, and support. An online fundraiser created to assist with funeral expenses and family needs describes Cole-Graham as a devoted wife, joyful mother, and deeply loved family member. The campaign gained wider attention after being shared by journalist Chris Cillizza, who identified Cole-Graham’s husband as a longtime friend and urged those who could to offer support.
As of Monday evening, the fundraiser had raised nearly $122,000, reflecting strong public sympathy and a collective desire to help the family navigate sudden loss.
While police continue to review the circumstances of the crash, the incident has renewed conversations locally about road safety, visibility, and protections for cyclists and families using alternative transportation.
For many following the story, the focus remains on honoring Regan Cole-Graham’s life and supporting her husband and children as they face an unimaginable future shaped by a single, tragic moment.