HEALTHDENVERITE
Denver’s dockless scooters don’t check ages, and kids are taking advantage
Denver’s Veo scooter service relies on an honor system for age verification, allowing underage riders to access scooters despite an 18+ policy. Reports of teens using scooters have increased, leading to safety concerns, collisions, and injuries at schools and public spaces.
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