12-year-old’s guardian ticketed after child riding e-scooter hits car

A collision in North Vancouver has resulted in a 12-year-old being hospitalized with minor injuries and their guardian receiving a violation ticket. The incident occurred Wednesday evening when the child, riding an e-scooter, struck a vehicle that was backing out of a driveway.

RCMP stated that officers followed up with the child's guardian, issuing several tickets for allowing someone under 16 to operate an e-scooter. "We are extremely thankful that no one was seriously hurt during this incident," said Cpl. Mansoor Sahak, media relations officer for the North Vancouver RCMP.

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We are extremely thankful that no one was seriously hurt during this incident.

Sahak highlighted the ongoing efforts by police and medical professionals to raise awareness about the dangers of e-scooters and the potential for serious injuries. He noted that extensive educational campaigns targeting parents and students have been conducted, with enforcement actions now increasing to hold parents accountable.

North Vancouver RCMP reminded the public of key e-scooter regulations. Riders must be 16 or older, and parents or guardians cannot permit younger children to operate these devices. Riding on sidewalks or in crosswalks is generally prohibited unless indicated otherwise by signage. E-scooters are limited to a maximum speed of 25 km/h and must have functioning lights, a bell or horn, and a braking system. Helmets are also mandatory.

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Police, first responders, and medical professionals have been raising the alarm on the dangers of e‑scooters and the serious injuries they could cause, and have conducted an extensive educational campaign targeting parents and students about the rules and regulations of e‑scooters. While police continue to educate, enforcement actions have increased and we are holding parents accountable.