ERLANGER, Ky. — The city of Erlanger is taking a proactive approach to address e-scooter safety following reports about teens traveling at high speeds with no helmets.

"Just the speed alone of these scooters is what has brought a big concern to us," said Sgt. Justin Auton with the Erlanger Police Department.

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They're trying to reduce the risk of serious injuries.

"Especially since the main demographic of scooter and e-bike riders are young kids, it's mostly students that are going back to school," said Lauryn Groce, community engagement coordinator for the City of Erlanger.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a helmet has helped save nearly 2,000 lives a year.

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