E-scooter crashes and police searches in Germany and Austria

In Remscheid, Germany, an 18‑year‑old was arrested after a high‑speed crash on a modified e‑scooter that severely injured a 53‑year‑old cyclist. Police allege illegal racing, reckless endangerment, and driving under the influence of cannabis.

Wuppertal saw a collision of three e‑scooters, leaving a 15‑year‑old and an 18‑year‑old with minor injuries. Both riders were tested for alcohol. The incident prompted police reminders on e‑scooter safety rules, including age, insurance and helmet use.

In Bottrop, a 16‑year‑old e‑scooter rider was lightly hurt after a car fled the scene of a collision. Police are seeking witnesses to identify the driver.

In Graz, Austria, two teenage e‑scooter riders fled a police checkpoint, endangering pedestrians and striking a police patrol car. One rider was lightly injured; authorities are requesting witnesses.

A 19‑year‑old roller (small motorbike) rider in Melle, Germany, escaped a traffic stop, rode at over 60 km/h while under the influence and without a licence, leading to a police arrest and a criminal proceeding.

In Hemer, Germany, a 12‑year‑old was stopped riding an e‑scooter at excessive speed on a sidewalk without insurance. Police initiated a procedure against the child and his parents, emphasizing the legal minimum age of 14 and mandatory insurance.