Autopsy Reveals Cause of Death for 13-Year-Old Benson Nguyen After Fatal E-Motorcycle Crash

A tragic crash involving a powerful electric motorcycle has left a California family grieving and facing criminal charges. Benson Nguyen, a 13-year-old boy from Santa Ana, died after losing control of his E-Moto in Garden Grove in May 2026. Months later, newly reported autopsy details and allegations about his riding have brought renewed attention to the case.

According to reporting by the Daily Mail, the medical examiner determined that Benson died from blunt-force injuries to his abdomen. The report also documented other injuries and described emergency medical efforts to save his life.

The crash occurred on May 7, when Benson was riding an E-Ride Pro SS 2.0 electric motorcycle on Magnolia Street near Larson Avenue. Prosecutors said data from his Life360 app recorded the vehicle traveling at approximately 43 mph. He reportedly struck a raised center divider, was thrown from the motorcycle and collided with a concrete light pole. He was taken to a hospital, where he later died.

Authorities have also pointed to social media videos that allegedly showed Benson performing wheelies, running red lights and riding recklessly before the fatal crash. Prosecutors say his parents had previously been warned about his riding and that he had suffered earlier injuries, including a broken leg.

In October, prosecutors filed charges against both parents. His father, Vu Thanh Nguyen, 56, faces a felony count of child endangerment and a misdemeanor charge of contributing to a minor’s delinquency. His mother, Hong Cuc Thi Nguyen, 49, faces a misdemeanor child-endangerment charge. The allegations have not been proven in court, and the parents are presumed innocent unless convicted.

The case has become part of a wider effort by Orange County authorities to address the risks posed by high-powered electric motorcycles operated by minors. Prosecutors say these vehicles can fall under motorcycle regulations rather than the rules governing conventional electric bicycles, meaning riders may need a license, registration and other required equipment.

Benson’s death has highlighted the dangers of high-speed riding and raised difficult questions about supervision, safety warnings and the responsibilities of adults when children use powerful motorized vehicles.

His parents are scheduled to appear in court in November as the legal proceedings continue.

Source:  DAILYMAIL