Man in critical condition after scooter collision in Yekaterinburg

Victim in a coma after being hit by an electric scooter

A man in Yekaterinburg is in a coma in critical condition after being hit by an electric scooter.

The accident happened on July 15, 2023, at the intersection of Lenin Avenue and Gogol Street. The victim, a 55-year-old man, was crossing the street when he was hit by a scooter driven by a 22-year-old man.

The victim was taken to hospital with a severe head injury. He is currently in a coma in critical condition.

The scooter driver was not injured. He has been questioned by police and released without charge.

Police are investigating the accident. They are looking at whether the scooter driver was speeding or if the victim was jaywalking.

Electric scooters have become increasingly popular in Yekaterinburg in recent years. However, there have been a number of accidents involving scooters and pedestrians.

In May 2023, a 12-year-old girl was killed after being hit by a scooter. The scooter driver was charged with reckless driving.

In June 2023, a 70-year-old woman was injured after being hit by a scooter. The scooter driver was charged with assault.

The Yekaterinburg City Council is considering introducing new regulations on electric scooters. These regulations may include a speed limit for scooters and a requirement for scooter drivers to wear helmets.