E-scooter rider dies after crash in Norlane street

A man died after an e-scooter crash in Norlane on Monday, less than a kilometre away from the scene of a horrific collision earlier in the day.

Police at the scene of a fatal scooter accident in Norlane. Picture: Alan Barber

A 31-year-old Norlane man died after he crashed while riding an e-scooter in Norlane on Monday.

It is understood the man was travelling on the e-scooter along Forster St about 6.40pm when he fell from the vehicle.

A Victoria Police spokesperson said the man, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.

“The circumstances surrounding the crash are yet to be determined at this stage,” the spokesperson said.

Police will prepare a coroners report following a fatal scooter accident in Norlane. Picture: Alan Barber

A heavy police presence remained at the scene well into Monday evening, with the road blocked off.

It is believed the incident occurred between Iona and Keats streets along Forster St.

It was a tragic day for the area in Geelong’s north.

Earlier in the day, a man was died after a horrific accident between a train and a truck.

The two fatalities occurred within a kilometre of each other, about six hours apart.

According to Victoria Police, e-scooter riders must be 16-year-old or older, wear a helmet and are not allowed to carry any passengers.

E-scooter riders can not exceed 20km/h.

The fatal crash brings the Victorian road toll to 279 lives lost, 47 higher than this time last year.

Originally published as E-scooter rider dies after crash in Norlane street