Healthmental
13-Year-Old Boy Injured in Electric Scooter Accident in Ashdod
A 13-year-old boy sustained moderate injuries after being struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter in the coastal city of Ashdod. Emergency medical services responded rapidly to the scene, providing initial treatment before transporting the adolescent to a nearby hospital. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns surrounding the widespread use of electric scooters and micro-mobility devices among minors on urban roads. Authorities continue to stress the critical need for strict adherence to traffic regulations and defensive riding practices.