Memorial grows in Davis for bicyclist killed in crash A growing memorial has emerged in Davis, California, for Julie Veress, a 60-year-old nurse and avid biker who died in a collision involving a teen riding an e-bike on a local trail. Davis police described the incident as a "freak accident," though the tragedy has sparked calls for stricter safety measures and regulatory changes for e-bikes in the city. Veress, who worked as a surgery nurse at Sutter Davis Hospital for nearly three decades, was known for her passion for cycling and her commitment to safety. Her family and colleagues expressed deep sorrow over her death, with Sutter Health stating in a statement that she was "an important part of our community" and that her loss is "deeply felt by those who had the privilege of working alongside her." The crash occurred on a bike path near West Covell Boulevard and Catalina Drive, a route frequently used by cyclists and pedestrians. Luba Schmid and her husband, Carl, who often walk and bike the trail, shared their concerns about the increasing presence of e-bikes. Schmid emphasized the need to treat e-bikes as motor vehicles, stating, "There's a mix of traffic, and at some point, we need to recognize that these are motor vehicles...they're going to have to be regulated as motor vehicles." Davis, which is widely recognized for its bike-friendly infrastructure, now faces questions about whether its safety measures are sufficient. Schmid added, "Both families have been affected for life...as a city, we have to do more. We need to do something; we need to have rules." The teen involved in the crash is reported to be physically unharmed but emotionally shaken. Davis police confirmed that the family is cooperating with the investigation.#julie_veress #sutter_davis_hospital #luba_schmid #carl_schmid #davis_california
