The Spring Hill Police Department is currently investigating a hit-and-run incident that involved a 13-year-old on an electric scooter being struck by a white SUV. This collision occurred at the intersection of New Port Royal Rd and Bern Drive on September 20th at approximately 7:35 pm. Following the incident, the SUV reportedly fled the scene heading east on Bern Drive.
According to a social media post by the Spring Hill Police, the young individual who was on the e-scooter collided with the SUV, and the authorities are now seeking the public’s assistance. They urge anyone who might have information about the crash to come forward. An anonymous tip can be submitted through their website, or interested parties can call their dispatch directly and request to speak to a supervisor.
The police department has taken to social media as part of their outreach effort, recognizing the platform's reach and its potential in garnering leads from the community. "We are investigating a crash involving a 13 year old who was riding an electric scooter that collided with a white SUV at the intersection of New Port Royal Rd and Bern Drive at 7:35 pm this date," stated the Spring Hill Police in their public notice.
The prevalence of e-scooters in urban areas has raised conversations around traffic safety and the integration of new modes of transportation into the existing road framework. Mishaps such as the recent hit-and-run highlight ongoing concerns regarding the vulnerability of young riders on these motorized devices. Spring Hill's police are continuing to investigate the matter, with hopes that the community will step in and provide aid in locating the driver of a white SUV. Further details are expected to be released as they become available.
