Blue Bombers volunteer seriously injured in collision with e-scooter

A longtime Winnipeg Blue Bombers volunteer suffered serious injuries after being struck by an e-scooter while directing football fans following a home game on July 24. The volunteer, who had been a regular presence at game days, required emergency neck surgery and had titanium rods inserted in his spine due to five compressed vertebrae.

He now faces months of recovery in the hospital. The incident occurred on the sidewalk outside Princess Auto Stadium. Winnipeg Fire and Paramedic Service confirmed one person was hospitalized in stable condition. The Winnipeg Police Service is awaiting provincial legislation to address the use of electric vehicles, including e-scooters, which is expected to include bans on sidewalks, age requirements, helmet use, and speed limits.

However, these rules have not yet been implemented. Winnipeg's city council is concerned about how to effectively enforce the new e-scooter laws in a larger population.