E-scooter rider injured in fail-to-stop collision in Bournemouth

The driver of a car involved didn't stop at the scene

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 20th Dec 2023

An e-scooter rider's suffered back, hand and knee injuries, after being involved in a collision in Bournemouth.

The crash happened on the roundabout for Wellington Road and Charminster Road just before 1.00pm on Sunday 10th December.

A man in his 20s was hurt, but a vehicle involved - a silver Mini Cooper - didn't stop at the scene.

Dorset Police are now asking witnesses to come forward.

PC Lauren Hobkirk, of Bournemouth police, said:

“We are continuing to make enquiries into this incident and I am keen for anyone with information who has not already contacted police to please come forward.

“I would urge anyone who was driving in the area with dashcam fitted to their vehicle to please review their footage for anything that might assist our enquiries.”

If you can help with any information, you're asked to call Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55230194451.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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