Pensioner Remains Critical After Being Knocked Off Mobility Scooter Following Collision

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday, 28th October 2024, at 20:30hrs
The man aged 75 remains in hospital in a life-threatening condition following the collision

A 75-year-old man remains in hospital in a life-threatening condition following a collision last week in Sheffield.

In an appeal made today, South Yorkshire Police said:

“We’re appealing for any witnesses or those with footage and information to come forward and assist with our investigation into a road traffic collision involving a mobility scooter.

On Wednesday 23 October at 3.30pm, we responded to reports of a collision on Nether Shire Lane in Sheffield.

It is understood a silver Renault Modus collided with a man riding a mobility scooter at the junction of Nether Shire Lane and Sicey Avenue.

The man aged 75 suffered a serious head injury and was taken to hospital by ambulance, where he remains in a life-threatening condition.

We are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident but has not yet spoken to officers, and anyone with footage and information that can assist the investigation.

The driver of the Renault remained at the scene and is complying with officers.

If you believe you can help, please get in touch online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 567 of 23 October 2024.

Footage can be shared directly here-https://orlo.uk/uudBU

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