Heraklion: Two minors in serious condition in intensive care after electric scooter accidents

Two young individuals are in critical condition in the intensive care unit of Heraklion University Hospital following separate electric scooter accidents. A 13-year-old and a 16-year-old sustained severe injuries in incidents on June 14 and 15, 2026, respectively.

Doctors are working to stabilize the condition of both minors, who remain under close medical observation. These accidents add to a growing list of concerns regarding the safety of electric scooters, particularly for underage users.

The increasing number of injuries has prompted the Greek government to consider stricter measures. The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport is advancing legislative proposals that could include prohibiting minors from using electric scooters. Additionally, rental companies may face new mandatory insurance obligations to cover accident-related damages.

Further measures being planned involve establishing designated parking areas and daily removal of abandoned scooters to improve urban safety and traffic flow. The incidents highlight ongoing debates about regulating the use of these increasingly popular personal transport devices.