Boy 14 Dies In Hospital Following Electric Scooter Collision in Manchester

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Friday 28th March 2025, at 12:50hrs

A 14-year-old boy has tragically died following a collision involving an electric scooter in Manchester, Greater Manchester Police have confirmed.

The incident, which occurred on March 19, 2025, at approximately 4 pm, involved an electric scooter carrying two 14-year-old riders, a car, and a third stationary vehicle.

The collision took place at a junction as the electric scooter, carrying the two boys, travelled towards Southmoor Road. The scooter collided with a car and subsequently came to rest against a third vehicle.

One of the boys sustained critical injuries and, despite medical intervention, sadly passed away on the morning of March 27, 2025. The second boy involved in the collision suffered injuries that were not life-threatening.

Specialist officers are providing support to the deceased boy’s family, who have requested privacy during this difficult time.

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that no arrests have been made in connection with the incident and that investigations are ongoing.

Detective Constable Steven Pennington, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, expressed his condolences, stating,

“A young boy has tragically lost his life following this collision and our condolences are with his family and friends. Our work into the circumstances of the collision is still ongoing and we continue to ask anyone with relevant information to please get in touch with us as we continue our work.”

Police are appealing to the public for any information that may assist their investigation.

They are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage of the incident.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Greater Manchester Police by calling 101 or visiting http://gmp.police.uk, quoting log number 2263 of 19/03/25.

Alternatively, individuals can provide information anonymously by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.