Dubai has been experiencing a significant rise in accidents involving children riding e-scooters on roads. In 2024, the city recorded 254 accidents related to e-scooters and bicycles, resulting in 10 deaths and 259 injuries, with 17 of these injuries classified as serious. This troubling trend has escalated further in 2025, causing growing concern among residents about the safety of young riders.
Concerns Among Residents and Safety Recommendations
Residents have voiced their fears regarding children riding e-scooters amidst busy traffic and roads not designed for such vehicles. Safety experts emphasize the need for:
- Stricter rules governing the use of e-scooters
- Better supervision to prevent accidents
- Enhanced public awareness about the risks involved
- Strict enforcement of existing traffic laws to protect all road users
Infrastructure Improvements and Future Plans
The rise in accidents has also instigated discussions on upgrading infrastructure specifically for e-scooters and bicycles. Proposed measures include:
- Creation of dedicated lanes for e-scooters and bicycles
- Development of safe zones for young riders
Local authorities are expected to reassess current safety protocols and implement new strategies aimed at reducing further accidents. Meanwhile, parents and community members continue to urge caution whenever children use e-scooters near traffic.
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