E-scooter accident in Enger: Police are looking for unknown cyclists!

E-scooter accident in Enger: Police are looking for unknown cyclists!

An e-scooter driver in Enger was slightly injured on Monday evening, October 14th, in a traffic accident. The 42-year-old man from Bünde was on Hermannstrasse at 8:57 p.m. and wanted to turn right at the confluence with the Minden-Weseler-Weg on the walking and bike path towards Bünde.

At the same time, an unknown cyclist drove on the walking and bike path of the Minden-Weseler-Weg towards Enger. At the point where the two road users were at the same height, there was a touch, which caused both to stumble and fall to the ground.

escape of the cyclist

After the collision, the cyclist rose to his vehicle and disappeared without further information. The e-scooter driver was taken to a hospital with the help of an ambulance where he was treated. Fortunately, the injuries did not turn out to be serious.

The district police authority Herford has taken over the investigation into this incident. She is looking for the fleeting cyclist and witnesses who can provide information about this incident. Interested parties who have information about the unknown cyclist can contact 05221/8880.

Such accidents between e-scooters and cyclists are not uncommon in urban areas and raise questions about traffic safety. In recent years, the use of e-scooters has increased significantly, which often leads to conflicts with other road users. Experts therefore emphasize the need to improve the infrastructure for wheel and e-scooter drivers and to promote better information about traffic rules.

The police hope to be able to clarify the course of the accident without gaps. Further information on similar incidents and tips on traffic safety can be found on www.presseportal.de