A Christchurch woman’s mobility scooter was stolen, leaving her without essential transport after it broke down.
When they returned, the scooter was gone. Suzanna said someone stole it while they were away. The theft broke the family’s hearts. Suzanna never thought this would happen in Burton. She said it’s shocking such a thing could occur there.
The scooter was worth around £1,800. Sue needs it every day, and can’t easily replace it. Only Suzanna’s husband has an income. The insurance won’t pay because she left it alone.
Suzanna can’t believe they won’t help a disabled person. She thought insurance covered these situations. Suzanna and her mother both have disabilities. They need scooters for daily life and activities.
These mobility scooters are essential for their lives. Scooters allow them to get milk or pick up kids. This theft impacts lives significantly. They don’t know when they can buy her a new scooter. Suzanna started a page to fund a new scooter.