Cambridge, MD (August 14, 2025) – A person riding an electric scooter was seriously injured Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle in the 500 block of Leonards Ln in Cambridge. Emergency crews from Cambridge Rescue Fire Company, medics, and Maryland State Police Aviation Trooper 6 responded to the scene around 4:35 p.m.
The first units arriving on scene confirmed that the adult victim had sustained a serious leg injury. Due to the severity of the trauma, MSP Trooper 6 was requested for rapid airlift to a regional trauma center. The identity of the victim has not yet been released, and the driver involved remained on scene as authorities began investigating the cause of the crash.
This section of Leonards Ln, located in a residential neighborhood of Cambridge, has seen increasing mixed-use traffic including vehicles, bicycles, and electric scooters. The area was briefly secured while responders treated the injured rider and coordinated the landing zone for Trooper 6.
The incident remains under investigation. Local law enforcement will determine whether speed, driver awareness, or roadway conditions played a role in the collision.
Our thoughts are with the injured individual and their family as they begin the recovery process.
eScooter Collisions in Maryland
With the growing popularity of electric scooters across Maryland, incidents like Wednesday’s crash in Cambridge are becoming more frequent — and more serious. eScooters offer convenience for short-distance travel but introduce new safety challenges for both riders and drivers, particularly in residential or mixed-traffic areas where visibility may be limited.
Unlike pedestrians or cyclists, eScooter users often share the road with vehicles at faster speeds but lack the same protective gear or road presence. In this case, a collision with a car resulted in a severe leg injury that required air medical evacuation — underscoring how dangerous such crashes can be, even at relatively low impact speeds.
Leonards Ln, where the crash occurred, runs through densely populated neighborhoods with intersecting side streets, parked cars, and children at play — all conditions that increase the risk of sudden roadway incidents. When combined with the small profile and quiet operation of eScooters, these factors make them harder for drivers to see in time to react.
Community safety efforts in areas like Cambridge are increasingly focused on educating both riders and drivers about shared responsibility. Riders are urged to wear helmets, follow local traffic laws, and avoid riding in vehicle blind spots. Drivers should remain vigilant, particularly in neighborhoods, and give extra clearance to micromobility users.
If you or a loved one has been injured while riding an eScooter, it’s important to understand your rights — especially when serious injuries like fractures or trauma are involved.
At Local Accident Reports, we help victims of eScooter and micromobility crashes access the resources and legal support they need. Whether you’re facing a long recovery or seeking clarity on your next steps, we’re here to help. Contact Local Accident Reports today and let us be a trusted part of your path to healing.
