Prospect Park bystanders rescue e-bike rider pinned under car

A 44-year-old woman from Ridley Park was rescued after being pinned under a Volkswagen Beetle following an e-bike collision in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania. The accident occurred on Monday morning at the intersection of Route 420 and 11th Street.

According to Prospect Park Police Chief Dave Madonna, the woman was traveling at an estimated speed of over 20 mph without a helmet when she collided with the vehicle while attempting to overtake other traffic. Bystanders and police officers worked together to lift the car, allowing witnesses to pull the injured woman free.

Local business owners and authorities have noted an increase in e-bike-related accidents in the area, with Chief Madonna calling for action to address safety concerns on the busy roadway.