13-year-old girl airlifted to hospital after serious e-bike crash in Coral Springs days before city safety town hall
Coral Springs, Florida – A 13-year-old girl was airlifted to Broward Health Medical Center Tuesday afternoon after being involved in a crash with a vehicle while riding an electric bicycle in Coral Springs. The crash, which occurred around 4:20 p.m. on March 24 at 5966 Coral Ridge Drive, left the teenager with non-life-threatening injuries, according to officials. Fire and police crews responded quickly to the scene, securing the area and ensuring the rider received immediate medical attention.
The incident comes just days before the city is set to host an E-Bike Safety Town Hall, highlighting a growing concern over electric bike and scooter safety across Coral Springs. The town hall will take place on Tuesday, March 31, at 6 p.m. inside the Commission Chambers at Coral Springs City Hall, 9500 W. Sample Road. City leaders hope the event will raise awareness, educate riders and families, and address the increasing number of serious accidents involving electric devices in the area.
Coral Springs has seen a surge in crashes involving electric bicycles, scooters, and electric motorcycles over the past several months. Since September 2025, the police department has responded to dozens of incidents, many involving juvenile riders. Alarmingly, reports indicate that only one rider involved in these crashes was wearing a helmet, underscoring concerns about safety precautions among young e-bike users.
One of the most serious incidents occurred on February 10, when 62-year-old Franklin Osorio died after colliding with a white 2022 Nissan pickup truck at the intersection of Coral Ridge Drive and Eagle Trace Boulevard. Police said the driver was turning left on a green light when the vehicle struck Osorio, who was riding a black RadRunner Plus electric bicycle. His death marked the first fatality during the recent surge of serious e-bike accidents in the city and prompted renewed calls for public education and enforcement.
Other recent crashes have also caused serious injuries. On January 19, a juvenile riding an Ultra Bee e-moto was airlifted to a hospital with life-threatening injuries following a collision with a Toyota Corolla near the 800 block of University Drive. In November, two children were hospitalized after a crash near Heron Bay Boulevard and Coral Ridge Drive while riding together on an electric bicycle.
In response to the rising number of incidents, Coral Springs police launched an E-Bike and E-Moto Safety Awareness and Enforcement Campaign. The program focuses on educating riders, enforcing city ordinances, and promoting safe riding habits to prevent further injuries. Under city rules, e-bikes and motorized scooters are allowed on sidewalks but must not exceed 15 mph, and riders must slow to 5 mph when near pedestrians. Devices that exceed e-bike specifications are classified as motorcycles and are subject to state licensing and registration requirements.
City officials emphasize that the upcoming town hall is an opportunity for residents to learn about proper safety measures, rules, and enforcement efforts. The goal is to reduce accidents, particularly among younger riders, and ensure Coral Springs streets remain safe for everyone. Residents are encouraged to attend and engage with officials, ask questions, and discuss ways to protect themselves and others while enjoying e-bikes and other electric vehicles.
More information on e-bike and e-moto safety rules, enforcement, and guidelines can be found online at CoralSprings.gov/ebike. The city hopes that public education and awareness, combined with careful regulation, will help prevent further accidents and make Coral Springs a safer community for riders of all ages.
