Woman Resuscitated After Scooter Accident in Aravaca

A 53-year-old woman suffered cardiorespiratory arrest after colliding with a car in the Aravaca neighborhood, being resuscitated by witnesses and paramedics.

Generic image of an electric scooter parked on a sidewalk.
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Generic image of an electric scooter parked on a sidewalk.

A 53-year-old woman riding an electric scooter was seriously injured this Friday in Madrid's Aravaca neighborhood after colliding with a car exiting a garage, leading to cardiorespiratory arrest.

The incident occurred on Baja de la Iglesia street, where the woman's scooter impacted a vehicle. Following the collision, the woman went into cardiorespiratory arrest, prompting a swift response from those nearby.
Bystanders, staff from a nearby health center, and officers from the Madrid Municipal Police acted quickly, initiating cardiopulmonary resuscitation maneuvers at the scene of the accident.

"After the impact, the woman went into cardiorespiratory arrest and was immediately attended to by passersby, staff from a nearby health center, and agents of the Municipal Police of Madrid, who began resuscitation maneuvers."

Emergencias Madrid · Spokesperson
The rapid intervention of SAMUR emergency services was crucial. Upon their arrival, they continued with resuscitation efforts, ultimately managing to restore the victim's breathing.
Once stabilized, the woman was transported in serious condition to a hospital for specialized medical care. The Municipal Police has launched an investigation to clarify the exact circumstances of the accident.