A teen pedestrian was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter in Monroe, according to a social media post by the Monroe Police Department. The accident occurred on Monday afternoon, October 20, near the 2200 block of Secrest Short Cut Rd. The 14-year-old, found injured by first responders, was swiftly airlifted to Atrium-Main in Charlotte, where they are now fighting to recover.
The details around the situation remain under investigation, as Monroe Police's Traffic Division works to fully understand the events that led to the near-fatal incident. No charges have been filed at this juncture, as officers continue to piece together to comprehensively interpret what transpired on that fateful evening.
In a public statement punctuated by concern, the Monroe Police Department expressed its heartfelt thoughts to the victim's family and friends, saying, "The Monroe Police Department extends its thoughts to the family and friends of the injured teen during this difficult time." The Department also committed to providing updates as the case evolves. The original post about the ongoing investigation can be read on the Monroe Police Department's Facebook page.
