On Wednesday, a 15‑year‑old electric scooter rider on Kusocińskiego Street in Radom struck a 90‑year‑old woman walking on the sidewalk, and she was taken to hospital.
Accident Details
The incident occurred on 15 October on Kusocińskiego Street. The 15‑year‑old was riding an electric scooter when he collided with the 90‑year‑old woman who was walking along the sidewalk.
Police Investigation
Police officials explained the circumstances of the crash and confirmed that the woman was transported to a hospital with bodily injuries.
Regulations for Electric Scooter Use
Electric scooters are not treated as toys; riders must follow traffic rules. They are required to use bike lanes or the road with a speed limit not exceeding 30 km/h when no lane exists, and must yield to pedestrians.
Sidewalk Usage Restrictions
Using sidewalks is only allowed if the sidewalk runs alongside a road where vehicles may travel above 30 km/h and no bike lane or cycle path is available.
