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E-scooter Rider Hospitalizes Cyclist in Reading Crash
11 Aug
Summary
- A cyclist sustained severe injuries, including a head fracture and arm break.
- The incident occurred at the A33 junction with Rose Kiln Lane in Reading.
- Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses to the August 2nd collision.
A cyclist identified as Elaine Parry was seriously injured in Reading following a collision with an e-scooter rider on August 2nd. The incident occurred at the A33 junction with Rose Kiln Lane.
Parry sustained a fractured upper left arm, a head injury, and bruising to her face. She reported that the e-scooter rider approached her at a high speed and hit her head-on, causing her to be thrown over her handlebars.
She was transported to the Royal Berkshire Hospital for treatment. The e-scooter rider reportedly did not sustain any injuries. Thames Valley Police are actively investigating the collision and have issued an appeal for witnesses.
The use of privately owned e-scooters on public roads, pavements, and in parks is illegal.
