Police suspect fatal e-scooter fall after man, 41, found dead in Kassel backyard
A 41-year-old man was found dead beside an e-scooter in a backyard in Kassel on the night of July 26-27. Police found no evidence of foul play and await autopsy results.
The discovery
Residents in a backyard of Kassel discovered a lifeless man next to a garage during the night from Saturday to Sunday (July 26 to 27). Emergency responders arrived and could only confirm the man's death. Next to the body lay a rental e-scooter, prompting police to suspect a fall.
The victim
Police initially had trouble identifying the deceased but later confirmed that he is a 41-year-old man from Kassel. His name has not been released.
Investigation
The exact cause of death remains unclear. Authorities said there are no indications of third-party involvement. Police suspect the man may have fallen while using the e-scooter, but other possibilities have not been ruled out. An autopsy has been ordered to determine whether the fall caused the death or if other factors contributed.
Witness appeal
Kassel police have asked anyone who might have seen the man on or near the scooter that night to contact them with information.
