Orange County considers new rules for e-bike and e-scooter riders following teen’s death

The Brief

  • Orange County leaders are looking at making changes to e-bike and e-scooter safety laws after a 13-year-old boy was killed in a crash.
  • Officials say the goal is education and prevention.
  • Commissioners are expected to receive recommendations from the Sheriff’s Office and school district data during an upcoming meeting.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Orange County commissioners are moving closer to changing local laws surrounding e-bikes and e-scooters following a tragic crash that claimed the life of a 13-year-old boy.

Just over a week ago, Colton Remsburg was riding an e-scooter when he collided with a pickup truck.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash was not the driver’s fault, and investigators say the teen rode into traffic.

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