15-Year-Old on Rental Scooter Struck by Car at Warsaw Crossing

A 15-year-old riding a rental electric scooter was hospitalized after colliding with a car at a pedestrian crossing on Chrościckiego Street in the Włochy district of Warsaw this afternoon.

The Incident on Chrościckiego Street

The collision occurred on June 23 around 2:00 PM in Warsaw’s Włochy district. Preliminary findings indicate the teenager entered the pedestrian crossing while riding a rental electric scooter.

The rider first collided with a Peugeot, which pushed him into the opposite lane. While the teenager managed to stop before being hit by an oncoming Citroën, his scooter slid under the vehicle.

Medical Response and Investigation

Emergency services arrived on the scene to provide medical aid to the 15-year-old before transporting him to the hospital. Current reports suggest his injuries are not life-threatening.

Witnesses noted the teenager was not wearing a helmet. Police are now investigating the circumstances of the crash, the behavior of all participants, and the legality of a minor operating a rental electric scooter.

Safety Risks of Electric Scooters

This incident underscores the severe dangers associated with riding electric scooters across pedestrian crossings. Even at low speeds, a collision with a passenger vehicle can result in injuries requiring hospitalization.