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Person sent to hospital after e-scooter and semi-truck collide

The person on the e-scooter was taken to the hospital, according to police.

TAMPA, Fla. — Police are on the scene of a crash involving a Tampa electric scooter and tanker truck.

Police closed the westbound lanes of South 20th Street near Stuart Street.

The person on the scooter was taken to the hospital, according to police.

The city of Tampa launched the electric scooter pilot program in May. 

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The scooter company Lime sent this statement:

“Our thoughts are with the rider involved in this tragic incident in Tampa and we’re praying for a full recovery. We have reached out to local authorities and stand ready to assist however possible.” 

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