E-bike, scooter injuries among children are a public health crisis, doctors on Long Island say

Children among victims in surge of e-bike injuries in Suffolk County

Long Island officials and medical professionals are raising concerns about injuries involving e-bikes, e-scooters and motorized dirt bikes, describing the issue as a growing public safety problem.

E-bike, scooter injuries among children are a public health crisis, doctors on Long Island say

Trauma doctors are warning parents who buy their kids e-bikes​ or electric scooters​ that injury numbers are surging, along with the severity of the injuries.

Citing an increase in injuries, Suffolk officials urge parents, kids to be ultra cautious when using e-bikes

County Executive Ed Romaine said the county could increase fines or institute helmet requirements similar to those for motorcycle riders.