Children as young as nine hurt in growing number of e-scooter crashes

Many children are getting hurt in e-scooter accidents. Some are as young as nine years old. Three hospitals in Liverpool, Manchester, and Sheffield have treated nearly 500 children under 16. This shows that e-scooter crashes are becoming more common.

E-scooters are popular, but they can be dangerous. Children are often not careful enough. Parents and teachers should talk to children about safety. They should wear helmets and follow the rules. This can help reduce accidents.