Community grieves death of 13-year-old in e-bike accident
Flowers and tokens of remembrance were placed by friends and family in memory of 13-year-old Parker Robles, who tragically passed away after his electric dirt bike collided with a vehicle in Stoneham, Massachusetts. Described as a youth who had a great passion for bikes, especially with this dirt bike, Parker's joyful moments on his bike were witnessed by many. Eyewitnesses reported that Parker was riding at a high speed and had attempted to pass the car turning onto Royal Street. The driver of the car, Boris Shmatkov, expressed deep remorse and has had his license suspended as part of the ongoing investigation. The possibility of charges against Shmatkov remains uncertain. Concerns about e-bike safety have prompted warnings from police departments, including a recent message from New Bedford police. Following the incident, Stoneham police have ensured the area is clear of dirt bike riders. This tragic event has caused individuals like Brayden Lane to reconsider owning battery-powered bikes, with Lane expressing hesitance about them after witnessing the accident.
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