City of Vincent curbs e-scooter rentals following the death of 51-year-old pedestrian Thanh Phan in Perth

Following the tragic death of 51-year-old pedestrian Thanh Phan, who was allegedly struck by an intoxicated e-scooter rider in Perth, the City of Vincent has suspended e-scooter rentals as it reviews the service’s safety. The rider, 24-year-old Alicia Kemp, faces charges related to the incident. With reports of increasing serious injuries linked to e-scooters, concerns about their safety have prompted local authorities to consider potential restrictions or improvements to the service.