Woman dies after mobility scooter crash in Christchurch
A motorbike was also involved
Last updated 30th Jan 2023
A woman in a mobility scooter has died in a crash in Christchurch.
Police were called out to reports of a collision involving a scooter and a black Triumph motorbike in Hoburne Lane at the junction with Primrose Way at 11am this morning.
A woman in her 90s died at the scene. Her family has been told.
The male biker was also hurt and taken to hospital for treatment.
Police Sergeant Gareth Thomas, of the traffic unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the woman who sadly died in this collision.
“I am conducting enquiries to establish the full circumstances and would ask any witnesses, or motorists who may have captured either the mobility scooter or the motorbike on dashcam footage prior to the collision, to please come forward.
“Also, I would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while the road closures are in place. These are necessary to allow us to carry out a thorough examination of the scene.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/contact, via email at scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55230015273. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.