11-Year-Old Crashes E-Bike into Truck in Fresno

Child narrowly avoids being run over after collision with pickup truck.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 11:47pm

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An 11-year-old child riding an e-bike in Fresno, California crashed directly into the path of an oncoming pickup truck, causing the child to be thrown into the road and the e-bike to become lodged underneath the truck. While the child's condition was not reported, authorities stated that the child's helmet likely prevented more serious injuries.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of e-bikes, especially for young riders, and the importance of proper safety precautions like wearing a helmet. As e-bikes become more popular, there are growing concerns about their safe use, particularly by inexperienced riders.

The details

According to the California Highway Patrol, the 11-year-old child rode their e-bike directly into the path of an oncoming pickup truck. The force of the impact threw the child into the road and lodged the e-bike underneath the truck. Authorities stated that the child's helmet 'helped reduce what could have been catastrophic injuries.'

  • The incident occurred on January 29, 2026.

The players

California Highway Patrol

The law enforcement agency that responded to and reported on the incident.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of e-bike safety, especially for young riders. It underscores the need for proper training, supervision, and the use of safety equipment like helmets to prevent serious injuries when operating these powerful vehicles.