Police car hits 14-year-old on e-bike in kindergarten carpark
Victoria Police are investigating after a marked police car collided with a teenager on an e-bike in a Geelong kindergarten carpark.
The incident happened about 5:15pm on Wednesday near Waverley Rd in Lara, southwest of Melbourne. Police said they observed three teenagers on e-bikes riding erratically and putting themselves and the public at risk.
When the group failed to stop, they rode into the carpark, where the collision occurred. The teenager was taken to hospital with minor injuries.
Victoria Police's Professional Standards Command launched an investigation on Thursday after reviewing footage. The video has spread widely on some social media, prompting strong criticism online from people who questioned the force used.
Several commenters claiming to know the boy said he was just 14 years old. Police are still working to identify the other two teenagers involved.
- 5:15pm Wednesday
- Time
- Kindergarten carpark, Waverley Road, Lara
- Location
- Three youths on e-bikes
- Teen riders
- 14 years old
- Age reported
Why it mattersThe incident raises questions about appropriate police tactics when dealing with young people and whether force was justified.
AustraliaThe case highlights concerns about policing practices in Victoria and may lead to changes in how officers respond to youth in public spaces.
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