THE Vancouver Police Department is reminding the public that helmets are required by law when riding an e-bike or an electric kick scooter.

The warning comes after the death of a woman and a separate incident that resulted in a serious injury over the weekend.

A 30-year-old woman died following a collision involving a scooter on July 3. The incident occurred in the area of Venables Street and Commercial Drive at approximately 10 a.m.

The scooter operator was travelling westbound on Venables Street when she collided with the side of a vehicle. The woman struck her head on the ground, and the driver of the vehicle stopped immediately. The woman was conscious when she was transported to hospital but unfortunately, she died from her injuries on July 11.

On Sunday, at approximately 2 p.m., a woman riding an electric kick scooter was struck from behind by a man riding another electric kick scooter in Coal Harbour. The incident occurred near Coal Harbour Quay and Nicola Street. The 54-year-old woman was taken to hospital with a head injury and broken collarbone but is expected to recover.

“Neither victim was wearing a helmet while riding,” said Vancouver Police Sgt. Adam Donaldson. “In both incidents, a helmet may not have prevented the collisions, but it could have significantly reduced the severity of the injuries. Please make sure to wear a properly fitted helmet and ensure it is secured appropriately.”

Under Section 19 of the Electric Kick Scooter Pilot Project Regulation of the BC Motor Vehicle Act, operators must wear a bicycle safety helmet that meets the requirements set out in Section 184(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act.