In Lviv, on Ivan Franko Street, a 77-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by an electric scooter. The incident occurred on 7 November at around 12:20.
According to preliminary police information, a 15-year-old Lviv resident, riding an electric scooter, collided with a 77-year-old woman from Lviv who was crossing the road as a pedestrian.
As a result of the road traffic accident, the woman sustained bodily injuries. She was taken to hospital to receive medical care.
Investigators from Lviv District Police Department No.1 have opened criminal proceedings under Article 291 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (violation of current transport regulations). The article provides for a fine ranging from two to five thousand tax-free minimum incomes of citizens, or correctional labour for up to two years, or restriction of liberty for up to five years, or imprisonment for up to five years.
Law enforcement officers are establishing all the circumstances of the incident.