Moultonborough, NH (August 1, 2026) – Two teenage boys were injured after two electric scooters collided on Toltec Point Rd in Moultonborough on Thursday evening.
The crash was reported at approximately 7:04 p.m. on July 30, near 7 Toltec Point Rd. Initial dispatch information indicated the two electric scooters collided, leaving one teen with facial injuries and the other with a knee injury.
A second ambulance was requested to assist at the roadway. No additional information about the teenagers or the circumstances leading up to the collision was immediately available. The cause of the crash remains under investigation as more information is gathered.
We hope both teens recover quickly and wish them the best during their healing process.
Why Electric Scooter Collisions Can Result in Serious Injuries
Electric scooters offer a convenient way to travel short distances, but riders have little protection during a collision. Even at moderate speeds, falls or impacts can lead to facial injuries, broken bones, cuts, or joint injuries, particularly to the knees, wrists, and elbows.
When two scooters collide, investigators usually examine rider positions, speed, visibility, roadway conditions, and whether either rider attempted to avoid the other before contact. Helmets and other protective gear may help reduce the severity of some injuries, especially those involving the head and face. Gathering these details helps create a clearer picture of how the collision occurred and may assist with future safety improvements for riders and other road users.
