A 14-year-old girl sustained minor injuries after being hit by a car while riding an e-scooter in Banbury, raising fresh concerns over the safety of e-scooter riders at local crossings.
Multiple emergency response vehicles, including several police cars and an ambulance, were dispatched to Orchard Way, Banbury, on the evening of last night after a road traffic collision. The incident occurred around 6pm when a 14-year-old girl riding an e-scooter was hit by a car.
Thames Valley Police confirmed their attendance at the scene and reported that the girl sustained only minor injuries. The South Central Ambulance Service was summoned, but ultimately, no parties involved required hospitalisation, indicating the injuries were not serious.
The crossing on Orchard Way has previously raised concerns among residents, particularly regarding the safety of e-scooter riders. One local remarked on the potential dangers, saying, "They come flying across the crossing, I almost hit a lad on one the other day as he came out of nowhere so fast."
This incident highlights the growing apprehension surrounding the use of e-scooters by young people, especially as their popularity continues to increase across various communities. The local police and safety advocates may need to address these concerns adequately to prevent further accidents.
Source: Noah Wire Services
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Freshness check
Score:
9
Notes:
The narrative appears fresh as it describes a recent incident involving emergency services in Banbury. There's no indication that this is recycled news or that the event has been previously reported.
Quotes check
Score:
8
Notes:
One local quote is included, but it could not be verified from earlier sources. The quote seems to reflect genuine concerns and opinions, which is typical in local reporting.
Source reliability
Score:
8
Notes:
The narrative originates from the Oxford Mail, a local news outlet with a history of reporting regional news. While not a major national publication like the BBC or Financial Times, it is generally reliable for local news.
Plausability check
Score:
10
Notes:
The claim about an e-scooter accident and the response by emergency services is plausible and aligns with typical incidents involving e-scooters. The narrative raises valid concerns about e-scooter safety, a topic currently discussed in various communities.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative appears fresh, with a recent incident and no signs of being recycled from older reports. The local quote adds perspective but lacks verification from earlier sources. The reliability of the source is good for local news. The incident described is plausible and aligns with current safety concerns regarding e-scooters.
