trottinette

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There has been a sharp rise in scooter accidents in France, including serious injuries and a fatality, prompting safety concerns.

Recent reports indicate a significant increase in accidents involving electric scooters (trottinettes) in France, including a tragic death of a 16-year-old in Normandy and multiple serious injuries in other locations such as Gennevilliers. Incidents range from crashes to near-misses with falling debris and some scooters involved in criminal activities. This surge has led to increased public and commercial attention toward preventing further accidents and improving safety measures.