A truck collided with a child riding an electric scooter in Floda near Lerum on Tuesday morning. Police responded to the emergency call at 8:15 AM. The child will be taken to hospital for examination but reportedly has no serious injuries according to authorities.
Initial reports indicate the e-scooter rode into the truck as it was reversing. Police do not suspect any criminal activity at this time. The incident occurred in Floda, a suburban area approximately 20 kilometers east of Gothenburg, Sweden's second-largest city.
Electric scooters have become increasingly popular across Swedish cities in recent years. This has led to growing safety concerns as riders share roads with vehicles. Swedish traffic authorities have been discussing potential regulations for e-scooter use following similar incidents nationwide.
The quick response from emergency services likely contributed to the positive outcome in this case. While the child avoided serious harm, the incident highlights ongoing challenges with integrating new transportation methods into existing traffic systems.