Woman whose mobility scooter collided with car in Glasgow dies

The 58-year-old died in hospital on Sunday, two days after she was involved in a crash with a Ford Fiesta in the Baillieston area

Author: Paul KellyPublished 1st Jul 2024

A woman who was hit by a car while riding a mobility scooter in Glasgow has died in hospital.

The 58-year-old collided with a Ford Fiesta on Main Street in Baillieston at around 2pm on Friday.

Emergency services attended and the scooter rider, a 58-year-old woman, was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, where she died on Sunday.

Her family is asking for privacy.

The 77-year-old man driving the car was also taken to hospital for treatment for minor injuries.

Police are appealing for information about the incident.

Road Policing Sergeant Chris Hoggans said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who has died at what is a very difficult time for them.

"Our inquiries continue to establish the full circumstances and anyone who has not already spoken to officers and can help with our investigation is asked to get in touch.

"If you can help please call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1895 of Friday June 28, 2024."

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