E-Scooter Injuries Surge Among Kids | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

Emergency doctors in Cork are sounding the alarm over a surge in serious e-scooter injuries among kids — even though riders under sixteen are banned. Since June, one to two children a day are being treated for head trauma, broken bones, and spinal damage, with some needing brain surgery. Despite a two-year-old law, many young riders aren’t wearing helmets, and the scooters’ unstable design makes crashes devastating. Doctors are urging a safety overhaul, calling these injuries preventable and highlighting the urgent need for stronger protections for kids. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…