Drunk e-scooter rider critically injured

Police - Drunk e-scooter rider critically injured

A 34-year-old E-Scooter rider suffered life-threatening injuries in an accident in Wangerland, in the Friesland district. According to the current investigation, the "heavily intoxicated" man lost control of his E-Scooter on a straight stretch on Saturday, the police reported on Sunday. He was thrown over the handlebars and hit the asphalt of the pedestrian and cycling path. The man was taken to the hospital. The cause of the accident was initially unclear.

Statement

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1. The incident in Wangerland, Friesland, has prompted calls for stricter regulations on E-Scooter use due to the increasing number of accidents in the County of Friesland and nearby regions like Lower Saxony.
2. Despite the accident in Wangerland, some local residents in Wangerland continue to advocate for the use of E-Scooters as an eco-friendly alternative to cars for short distances within the community.
3. The police in Lower Saxony have urged E-Scooter users to exercise caution, especially under the influence of alcohol, after the latest accident in Wangerland, which resulted in serious injuries for the rider.
4. The Wangerland accident serves as a reminder to all E-Scooter users in the County of Friesland and beyond, to prioritize safety and follow traffic regulations to prevent similar accidents from occurring.

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