A 16-year-old riding an electric scooter was hospitalized Tuesday evening after a collision with a car on Powsińska Street in Warsaw’s Mokotów district.
Collision Details
The incident occurred at 9:08 PM on Powsińska Street in the Mokotów district of Warsaw. Preliminary findings indicate that the driver of a Seat Ibiza failed to exercise due caution while turning right, resulting in a collision with the 16-year-old on an electric scooter traveling in a bicycle lane.
The impact caused the scooter rider to collide with the side of the car, severely damaging the car door and shattering a window.
Injuries and Sobriety
The injured 16-year-old sustained bodily injuries and was transported to a hospital. Both the scooter rider and the car driver were confirmed to be sober at the scene.
Regulations and Responsibilities
Regulations require e-scooter riders to use bicycle lanes when available. Drivers turning across a bicycle lane are obligated to exercise extra caution and yield to oncoming traffic.
Recurring Safety Concerns
This incident on Powsińska Street is another example of dangerous situations involving vulnerable road users in Warsaw. The Warsaw Police Department regularly reminds users of electric scooters that they are subject to traffic laws, including rules regarding where and how fast they can travel.