Warning issued in Washington Twp. after teen injured in electric bike accident
In Washington Township, the police chief has raised concerns about the safety of children riding e-motorcycles, urging parents to be cautious after a teenager was injured in an accident. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, and the police chief emphasized that e-motorcycles are not permitted on New Jersey streets. The teenager involved will receive motor vehicle summonses, and the police chief mentioned upcoming legislation in January to address this issue. Chief Patrick Gurcsik highlighted the lack of driving experience among young riders and shared images from the recent accident, where a 15-year-old suffered serious injuries despite wearing a helmet that came off upon impact. The teenage rider struck a car while traveling on Ganttown Road, with the chief noting that the e-motorcycle exceeded legal speed limits for minors. This incident is part of a concerning trend, with multiple accidents involving electric motorcycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters reported in the past few months. Chief Gurcsik issued a warning to parents on social media, advising them to consider the risks associated with purchasing such vehicles for their children, especially as the holiday season approaches.
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