Sutter Health employee dies after Davis bike collision with e-bike rider A registered nurse employed by Sutter Health died following a collision with an e-bike rider on a Davis bike path, according to authorities. The incident occurred on Monday, March 2, 2026, near the intersection of West Covell Boulevard and Catalina Drive, close to Davis High School. The bicyclist, identified as 60-year-old Julie Veress, was pronounced dead at the scene. A juvenile boy riding an e-bike sustained minor injuries and is cooperating with investigators. Sutter Health released a statement expressing deep sorrow over the loss, calling the nurse a "valued member of our team" and emphasizing the profound impact of her death on the community. The hospital’s message extended condolences to her family, loved ones, and colleagues, acknowledging the tragedy’s emotional weight. Davis Police Department confirmed that officers arrived at the scene around 2:48 p.m. on Monday. The collision prompted the temporary closure of the bike path with police tape for the investigation. Authorities have not disclosed the boy’s age or whether he is a student at Davis High School. The cause of the crash remains under review by the police department’s major accident investigation team. Lieutenant James MacNiven of the Davis Police Department noted that the investigation is ongoing and that the circumstances leading to the collision are still unclear. “At this point in the investigation, we don’t know the context of the actions between the two parties that led up to this terrible and tragic incident,” he stated. The incident has sparked reactions from the local cycling community. Michael Shearer, a cyclist and minister at the Davis Bike Collective, expressed shock at the tragedy, highlighting the personal impact of such accidents.#julie_veress #davis_police_department #sutter_health #davis_high_school #michael_shearer
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
Cyclist killed in Monday collision identified A white "ghost bike" and flower arrangements marked the location of a fatal bicycle collision on a North Davis bike path on Tuesday, commemorating the incident that occurred on Monday. Authorities have confirmed that the cyclist who died in the crash was Julie Veress, 60, of Davis. A juvenile cyclist was also involved in the accident and sustained minor injuries, according to the Davis Police Department. The collision, which took place near the intersection of West Covell Boulevard and Catalina Drive, was reported to police at approximately 2:48 p.m. on Monday. When officers and emergency responders arrived at the scene, they found both individuals injured. The deceased was pronounced dead at the location, while the juvenile cyclist was treated for minor injuries and is cooperating with investigators. Davis Police Lt. John Evans stated that an e-bike was involved in the incident, though the exact cause of the collision and contributing factors remain under investigation. The bike path in the area was temporarily closed for further examination on Monday afternoon. Anyone with information about the crash or who may have witnessed the incident is urged to contact the Davis Police Department at 530-747-5400 or via email at policeweb@cityofdavis.org. The department described the case as an active investigation. In a social media post, the police department extended condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased, acknowledging the tragedy and the impact it has had on the community. The incident has sparked renewed discussions about safety measures on local bike paths, particularly in areas with high traffic and mixed vehicle types.#julie_veress #davis_police_department #west_covell_boulevard #catalina_drive #john_evans
