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Bridgeview, IL (September 13, 2026) – A 5-year-old boy riding an electric scooter was critically hurt on Friday afternoon, September 11, after a small car struck him near 92nd Pl.
The incident happened around 5 p.m. at 92nd Pl and the Harlem Ave frontage road. The boy lived in the Bridgeview area, according to information provided after the collision.
The child was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn with critical injuries. The driver of the small car remained at the location following the accident.
Further details about the circumstances leading to the collision had not been released. The investigation into what led to the crash remains ongoing, with additional information expected as it becomes available.
Our thoughts are with the young boy and his family during his recovery.
What Should Drivers Know About Electric Scooters and Young Riders?
Electric scooters can pose additional risks for young riders due to their small size and limited protection. Drivers may have difficulty seeing a child on a scooter, particularly near intersections, driveways, or frontage roads.
Children riding scooters should use appropriate safety gear and stay in areas where scooter use is permitted. Adults can also help by teaching young riders to watch for vehicles and follow traffic signals.
Drivers should remain alert around sidewalks, crossings, and intersections where scooters may enter their path. Reducing speed and checking carefully before turning can give drivers more time to recognize a scooter rider. Awareness is especially important where pedestrians, bicycles, and scooters share space with motor vehicles.
