Fairmont, MN (July 23, 2026) – A scooter rider was hurt after an electric scooter and an SUV collided at the intersection of Hwy 15 and Johnson St in Fairmont on Wednesday.
The collision was reported at 12:36 p.m. on July 22 involving a northbound 2019 Honda Pilot SUV and an electric scooter. The SUV driver, identified as 40-year-old Xue Schrader of Fairmont, was not injured and was wearing a seat belt.
The scooter rider, identified as 22-year-old Elijah Micka Thompson of Fairmont, was taken to Fairmont Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The rider was not wearing a helmet, and alcohol was not suspected for either driver. The investigation into the collision remains active.
We are thinking of the injured rider and wishing him a steady recovery.
Safety Considerations for Electric Scooter Riders
Electric scooters provide a convenient way to travel short distances, but riders face greater exposure than people inside enclosed vehicles. Wearing protective equipment, following traffic rules, and staying visible can help reduce the risk of serious harm.
When scooter accidents occur, investigators may review traffic signals, vehicle movements, roadway conditions, and rider actions. Helmet use, visibility, and intersection design may also be considered. Drivers sharing the road with scooters and other small vehicles must remain alert, especially at intersections where multiple travel paths cross. These factors can help explain how a collision occurred and identify ways to improve roadway safety.
