Colerain Twp., OH (June 12, 2026) – A boy was seriously injured Thursday morning, June 11, after being struck by a car during a crash involving a scooter in Colerain Township.
The accident happened at Colerain Avenue and Banning Road. The report said the boy was hospitalized in serious condition after the collision.
Police were working to determine whether the boy was riding the scooter or walking with it when he was hit. The report also said two children on scooters were involved, with one of them struck by the vehicle.
The injured boy was brought to a hospital. A parent of one of the boys involved said he was expected to recover.
The circumstances surrounding the wreck remain under review as more information is confirmed. We hope the injured boy continues to improve.
Children on Scooters Face Added Danger Near Heavy Traffic
Scooter crashes involving children can be especially concerning near wide, busy intersections. Drivers may be moving through several lanes, turning, or watching for other traffic while children on scooters are harder to notice.
Children may also have less experience judging vehicle speed and distance. A scooter can enter a crossing quickly, giving both the rider and driver little time to react.
When a child is seriously hurt, early reports may focus on the injury level, where the crash happened, and whether the child was riding or walking with the scooter. Later updates may clarify traffic flow, visibility, vehicle movement, and whether crosswalks or signals were involved. These details can help explain how the scooter accident happened.
