Man dies following crash - Kanahooka

Saturday, 17 May 2025 08:09:40 AM

A man has died after falling from an e-scooter in the state’s south overnight.

Just before 7pm yesterday (Friday 16 May 2025), emergency services were called to the intersection of Kanahooka Road and Brolga Street, Kanahooka, following reports of a crash.

Officers attached to Lake Illawarra Police District attended and were told an e-scooter rider had crashed onto the roadway sustaining serious injuries before he was struck by a passing vehicle.

The scooter rider – a 41-year-old man – was assisted by passersby before the arrival of NSW Ambulance paramedics – however he died at the scene.

The driver of the vehicle – a 59-year-old man – was not injured and taken to hospital for mandatory testing before being taken to Lake Illawarra Police Station where he is assisting with inquiries.

Police established a crime scene and commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Police will prepare a report for the coroner.

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