"10-year-old e-scooter riders captured on camera in Hünfelden"
In a tragic incident, a 10-year-old boy was injured in an accident involving an e-scooter in the Limburg-Weilburg district. The accident, reported by dpa-infocom, occurred in Hünfelden-Kirberg, on a main road.
According to the authorities, the boy attempted to cross the main road on an e-scooter. Unfortunately, a car driver failed to notice the child e-scooter rider, resulting in a collision. As a consequence, the boy's legs became trapped under the car.
The boy was immediately taken to a hospital following the accident. While the exact nature of the boy's injuries has not been disclosed, it serves as a stark reminder of the importance of age restrictions on e-scooter usage in public areas.
The police have emphasized that the minimum age for operating a driver's license-free e-scooter in public areas is 14 years. The driver involved in the accident in Hünfelden-Kirberg was a 60-year-old man from Limburg-Weilburg, driving a VW Bora.
Investigations into the accident are currently ongoing, and no further details about the car driver have been released. This unfortunate incident underscores the need for increased vigilance and awareness when using or driving near e-scooters, especially in public areas.
As the use of e-scooters continues to grow, it is crucial that all users, especially children, adhere to the age restrictions and guidelines set in place for their safety. The authorities urge everyone to be mindful of their surroundings and to always prioritise safety when using e-scooters in public areas.
