Two high school students from Orange County suffered severe injuries in an e-bike incident on Tuesday. The students, who remain unidentified, attend Brea Canyon High School. The collision took place on the State College Boulevard sidewalk near Avocado Street around 2:15 p.m.
According to the Brea Police Department, the e-bikes handlebar clipped a tree, launching the students into a brick wall. It was determined that neither student wore a helmet, leading to speculation of high-speed travel at the time of collision. On-site help from Good Samaritans provided the primary source of immediate medical assistance before law enforcement officers arrived.
“Both riders faced extensive injuries, with one suffering potentially life-threatening trauma. Both victims underwent immediate transportation to a nearby trauma center for emergency care,” stated the police. The specific nature of their injuries remains undisclosed.
The students and their families have been offered support services by the Brea Olinda Unified School District during this recovery period. Brea law enforcement also extended solidarity to the victims family and friends. Additionally, they acknowledged the passers-by who halted to assist the injured riders.
The incident emphasizes the risks associated with e-bike accidents and the necessity of safe-riding practices. These practices should include use of designated riding zones and helmet utilization. Coincidentally, Brea city recently implemented a regulation banning e-bike sidewalk usage, reckless riding, and transporting passengers on single-rider e-bikes.
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