White Plains, MD (September 7, 2026) – A 12-year-old girl was injured after falling from a scooter and being struck by a vehicle near Continental Dr and Sierra Ln in White Plains.
Emergency units were called around 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, September 5, for a reported collision involving a pedestrian or bicyclist. Initial information indicated the girl came off her scooter before the vehicle hit her.
She was conscious, alert, and breathing when emergency medical personnel evaluated her. The girl had lacerations on her feet and knees and was taken to Charles Regional Medical Center for treatment. A family member accompanied her to the hospital.
The crash was cleared shortly before 1:45 p.m. Further details about the collision were not immediately available. The circumstances surrounding the accident remain under review.
Our thoughts are with the girl and her family as she recovers.
What Should You Do After Being Struck by a Vehicle While Riding a Scooter?
People hurt while riding scooters can face injuries to their legs, knees, feet, arms, or head. After a scooter-related accident, medical attention may be needed even when injuries first appear minor. Cuts, bruises, and pain can sometimes become more noticeable later.
If it is safe to do so, photos of the scooter, vehicle, surrounding roadway, and visible injuries can help preserve information about what happened. Contact details for people who saw the accident may also be useful. Keeping records of medical visits and treatment can help document the recovery process.
Scooter riders should also check whether local traffic rules require helmets, lights, or other safety equipment. Following those rules and using visible clothing can reduce the risk of being overlooked by drivers.
