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Milford Police Charge 15-Year-Old After E-Bike Crash Caught on Video

Police cite a rise in e-bike crashes, urging compliance with Massachusetts rules.

Overview

  • The juvenile faces counts of operating to endanger, operating an unregistered and uninsured motor vehicle, and unlicensed operation.
  • Surveillance footage shows the collision at Main and Exchange around 3:02 p.m., and police say the teen suffered minor injuries.
  • Investigators report he ran a red light from the sidewalk without a helmet and was riding a modified e-bike that can exceed legal speeds, with police warning some reach about 40 mph.
  • Milford police say the car’s driver will not face charges.
  • Officials note three local e-bike crashes in two days and are reminding families of state rules, including a 16-plus licensing requirement, a 25 mph cap, helmet use under 17, and adherence to motor-vehicle laws.