"The family claims the tram driver failed to keep a 'proper lookout' or recognize the 'developing hazard' as the 19-year-old approached the crossing."
"The driver first sounded her warning bell two seconds before the collision, and her horn 1.4 seconds ahead of the crash, which was too late to be 'acted upon'."
"The speed limit for trams using the crossing has since been reduced from 43mph to 31mph."
"Frederick Woode, Abakah's father, stated, 'I know nothing can bring Reuben back, but I believe the tram should not have been travelling as fast as it was.'"
Reuben Abakah, a 19-year-old e-scooter rider, died after being struck by a tram in Croydon. His family claims the tram driver failed to maintain a proper lookout and did not recognize the hazard as Abakah approached the crossing. They allege the driver did not operate the tram at a safe speed and did not use warnings or brakes effectively. The tram's speed limit has since been reduced. Abakah's father hopes lessons will be learned from this tragedy.
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