Man crashes electric scooter on icy Ulm bridge in freezing temperatures
A 49-year-old man crashed his electric scooter on an icy bridge in Ulm early this morning. The accident happened at around 7:45 a.m. on Waldseer Straße, leaving the rider with minor injuries.
Black ice had formed on the bridge due to freezing overnight temperatures. The slippery surface caused the man to lose control of his electric scooter as he crossed. Emergency services arrived quickly and took him to hospital for treatment.
The rider’s injuries were not serious, but the incident highlights the risks of black ice on bridges. Police have reminded electric scooter users to take extra care when temperatures drop below freezing.
