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Fatal e-scooter accident in Neuss: woman dies after fall!
A 58-year-old woman died after an e-scooter accident in Neuss. Police are asking for information from witnesses.
Fatal e-scooter accident in Neuss: woman dies after fall!
In a tragic incident that took place in Neuss on Wednesday evening, June 18, 2025, a 58-year-old woman died after falling on her e-scooter. Passers-by found the seriously injured woman on a cycle path at the intersection of Am Stadtwald and Rheydter Straße, where she was found lifeless. Despite immediate first aid provided by passers-by and police officers, the woman died at the scene of the accident. An e-scooter that could be attributed to the woman was found nearby, but the exact circumstances of the accident remain unclear as no direct witnesses have been identified so far. The police have entrusted a traffic accident investigation team from the Düsseldorf police with the investigation and are asking for information on 02131-3000.
What do we know about e-scooters and their safety? The popularity of e-scooters has increased significantly in recent years, and statistics show that the risks associated with them are also increasing. As destatis.de reported, the number of e-scooter accidents with personal injury rose by 14.1% to 9,425 accidents in 2023. Perhaps even more alarming is the doubling of deaths from 11 to 22 in a year. The most common causes of these accidents are incorrect road use and the influence of alcohol. While most of the people involved in accidents were themselves on an e-scooter, the trend shows that younger users are particularly affected, with 41.6% of those involved in the accident being under 25 years old.
Accident statistics and safety measures
E-scooters have been registered on the road in Germany since June 15, 2019 and must be insured. Current rules stipulate that users must use cycle paths or protective lanes, if available, while sidewalks are off-limits. In addition, e-scooter drivers must be at least 14 years old and are subject to a 0.5 alcohol limit, which means that traffic education is particularly important for this group.
The accident in Neuss once again raises questions about the safety of e-scooters. More and more cities are faced with the challenge of creating suitable and safe infrastructure for this form of transport. The tragic incident is not only a reminder of the dangers of riding an e-scooter, but also an urgent appeal to all road users to always act carefully and responsibly.