Man fighting for his life after falling off electric skateboard

The 31-year-old was taken to hospital following the incident near Southampton

Author: Ryan BurrowsPublished 1st Aug 2021

A man has suffered life threatening injuries after coming off his electric skateboard in Netley.

The incident happened just before 4.20pm on Saturday (July 31st) on a footpath just off of Abbey Hill.

The man, aged 31, from Southampton was riding his electric skateboard when he came off, causing significant injuries.

He has been taken to Southampton General Hospital in a life threatening condition.

Hampshire Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed what happened, or who was in the area shortly afterwards, to get in touch as soon as possible.

Anyone with information should call us on 101 quoting Operation Wickett / 44210304003.

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