Scooter rider hospitalized after being struck by vehicle in northwest Miami-Dade

Scooter rider was riding on wrong side of road, deputies say

(WPLG)

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A scooter rider was hospitalized Monday morning after riding his scooter on the wrong side of the road, resulting in him being struck by a vehicle, authorities said.

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According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, the crash was reported at about 6:05 a.m. at the intersection of Northwest 17th Avenue and 79th Street.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue medics transported the victim to a nearby hospital. His condition has not been released.

Deputies said the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.

The investigation continues.

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