LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — E-bikes and e-scooters are a preferred method for some children to get to and from college, however they are often harmful for the rider and others.
Henderson police stated “nearly 30% of all auto vs bicyclist injury collisions involved an e-bike.” That is only one cause officers are launching a marketing campaign earlier than the brand new college yr. Within the first six months of 2025, there have been 23 harm crashes involving e-bikes.
“Keeping our community safe, especially our youth, is a shared responsibility,” stated Henderson Police Chief Reggie Rader. “This campaign is part of our effort to better inform and protect our residents by highlighting the serious risks associated with e-bikes.”
Which one is authorized? Henderson police stated any bike with pegs as an alternative of pedals will not be authorized, for instance, a mud bike (seen on the left). E-bikes, just like the one on the proper, have pedals and are authorized.(Credit score: HPD)
The marketing campaign features a video explaining what’s authorized and never authorized when utilizing an e-bike or e-scooter, and the obligation of fogeys if their little one makes use of an e-bike recklessly. E-bikes or e-scooters that may exceed 28 mph should not thought-about authorized.
E-bikes and e-scooters should not exceed 15 mph on sidewalks or trails and in parks. Henderson police stated officers will probably be implementing legal guidelines for varsity zones and e-bike riders in hopes of a safer yr.
