A 61-year-old retiree on a stroll through the gardens in Anapa was riding an electric scooter when a collision occurred with a 75-year-old woman. The incident was later shared via the Telegram channel run by the local branch of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, highlighting the sequence of events and the resulting injuries. According to the broadcast, the retiree on the Sky Wey electric scooter did not yield to the pedestrian, leading to a collision that left the pedestrian with injuries, including a broken leg. The report emphasizes the importance of pedestrian awareness and scooter operation in shared spaces, especially in residential courtyards where foot traffic can be unpredictable and where electric scooters are gaining popularity. This account underscores the need for clear rules and personal responsibility when navigating walkways and courtyards in urban areas, with authorities monitoring compliance and safety outcomes. (Source attribution: local police Telegram channel)
The police statement notes that operating such a high-powered electric scooter requires a valid driver’s license. As a result, proceedings were initiated against the scooter rider under Part 1 of Article 12.7 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation for driving a vehicle without the proper license, and under Part 1 of Article 12.24 for violating traffic or vehicle operation rules that resulted in minor to moderate harm to health. The case illustrates how traffic safety regulations apply to powered personal transport devices and how authorities classify violations that affect pedestrian safety. (Source attribution: local police statements)
In a separate incident previously reported from Kazan, the traffic police described a pursuit in which a motorist exited a vehicle and resisted police orders. According to media reports, the driver of a VAZ-2107 did not stop at the officer’s command, attempted to flee, and dragged a traffic inspector with the car before colliding with a bump and releasing the officer. The injured inspector survived and was transported to a hospital. The driver attempted to evade capture by retreating to a residential courtyard, but was detained after a chase. An interception plan was declared and the vehicle was stopped near the veterinary academy. The sequence highlights the seriousness with which law enforcement treats attempts to evade arrest and the potential consequences for public safety and officer welfare. (Source attribution: media reports on Kazan incident)
A separate report notes a vehicle sighting in central Moscow where a pharmacy advertisement was noted in the vicinity, offering additional context of urban activity and environmental cues in dense city centers. (Source attribution: local reporting)