Nearly 500 children under the age of 16 have been treated for injuries sustained while using e-scooters since 2019, according to data from three trauma centers in England. The Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield facilities report treating a combined total of 477 casualties, with an average victim age of 12 years old – four years younger than the legal rental age for e-scooters in Britain.
The surge in incidents has led to serious injuries including head and facial trauma, hospital admissions, and surgical interventions. Researchers identified 477 children under 16 treated across the three centers. GB News reports that nearly three children a week are being seen at these facilities.
While the exact causes of these accidents aren’t detailed in the available reporting, the increasing number of injuries raises concerns about safety measures and responsible e-scooter use among young people. No right-leaning outlets reported on this story.
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