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Orem teen fights for life as state data shows youth e-bike crashes surge
KUTV • • health
Key Points:
- Fourteen-year-old Kaezden Davis remains in critical condition at Primary Children’s Hospital after being hit by a van while riding his e-bike near his home in Orem.
- The crash was captured on a neighborhood doorbell camera, and Kaezden was initially treated at a nearby hospital before being transferred due to the severity of his injuries, which include a severely injured right lung and complications like pneumonia and a blood clot.
- Utah has seen 72 crashes involving e-bikes and e-scooters in 2026, with a significant rise in serious injuries among children 12 and under; state law restricts e-bike use for those under 16 and mandates helmet use for riders under 21.
- Authorities and local bike shop owners emphasize the importance of understanding e-bike classifications and safety laws, encouraging parents to consult police with questions and supervise younger riders.
- Kaezden’s family is raising funds through a GoFundMe campaign and hopes his experience raises awareness for road safety among children and families.
