A Wisconsin teen is fighting serious injuries after a Sunday crash, and investigators say the growing popularity of electric scooters is making roads more dangerous for young riders.
A 14-year-old boy was airlifted by Flight for Life helicopter to a hospital after crashing an electric-powered scooter in the Lakewood Trails Subdivision in Williams Bay, Wisconsin.
The crash happened on Sunday in the Lakewood Trails Subdivision, according to the Williams Bay Police Department. The teen sustained serious injuries and required emergency air transport — a signal of how severe the incident was.
Witnesses at the scene cooperated fully with officers and provided key details that are helping investigators piece together exactly what happened. Authorities described their cooperation as “extremely helpful.”
“This is a tragic reminder of the critical need for safe riding habits.” — Williams Bay Police Department
Why this matters
Police said the crash highlights a growing concern across the country: as e-scooters and e-bikes become widely available and increasingly popular among young people, questions about operator safety are becoming urgent — especially for minors who may ride without helmets or proper training.
The investigation remains ongoing. No additional details about the cause of the crash have been released at this time.
