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Electric scooters pose dangerous threat to St. George children, police say
ST. GEORGE, Utah () — With summer right around the corner, police say St. George kids are already back on their electric scooters in full force. 'It doesn't take very much.' Sergeant Jeremy Needles with the St. George Police Department told ABC4. Police say kids as young as 8 years old have been spotted on electric scooters, which can pose a real danger for young kids, especially when riding near cars. 'When you come up to an intersection, you need to make sure that you, as the scooter rider, stop and make eye contact with the drivers,' Needles said. 9-year-old dead after golf cart crash in St. George , a local company that films accidents at Utah's most dangerous intersections, caught one such accident on camera. The incident, which took place on June 3 at the intersection of Riverside Drive and Mall Drive in St. George, shows a rider approaching the crosswalk; however, a driver continues through the intersection, colliding with a young person's scooter. 'As a driver, look both ways, even if you're making rent or double check that sidewalk, double check the right side because there could be a runner, a bicyclist, or a scooter operator that could have snuck into your area before you can make that turn,' Needles told ABC4. Police say scooters are not allowed to go faster than 15 miles per hour and are not allowed on roads with speed limits about 25 miles per hour. According to St. George Police, children under nine should never be operating electric scooters, and teens between nine and 15 years old should be closely monitored. Anyone involved in an accident at select locations can request free footage by visiting or calling 435-327-0615. Teen charged as juvenile in 2022 West Jordan triple homicide now facing adult charges Don't be late to this spin on Alice in Wonderland from West Valley City Arts How to get a $15 Amazon gift card for donating blood to the Red Cross House GOP approves 'technical changes' to Trump agenda bill Entire Fulbright board resigns, citing Trump administration interference Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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St. George Police share tips for businesses with compromised emails
ST. GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — The St. George Police Department warned that some local businesses have had their email accounts compromised and shared what people can do to protect their information. Jordan Goethe with St. George Police says that hackers have cracked the passwords of several email accounts and are sending out malicious links from those email addresses. The emails being sent are meant to scam the recipient of the email into giving up some sort of personal information. For those wanting to keep their accounts secure, Goethe says one of the easiest things you can do is to update your password or use a passphrase that is at least 16 characters in length. Goethe adds that users can also enable two-factor authentication, which is an extra security check in order to access information, and is usually done through another device or authentication app. Goethe says it can be difficult to avoid getting scammed, but there are different things people can do to avoid it. If you get a suspicious email from someone you know, it is best to call and check with them if the message is legitimate or not. Mantua poppies are blooming, rooted in pioneer history Father's Day Gift Guide: Teton Gear is a great gift idea for every active dad MEATER might be dad's favorite gift this year Father's Day Reminder! Discover great gifts for dad at City Creek Center Washington County water officials urge residents to conserve water Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20-03-2025
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Driver arrested on suspicion of DUI after hitting pedestrian in St. George construction zone
ST. GEORGE, Utah () — A driver was arrested after hitting a pedestrian in St. George and was suspected of being under the influence. As the incident happened in a construction zone, police are also urging people to remember to be careful in these areas. Police were called to the incident on Wednesday, March 19, near the area of 900 E. Riverside Drive after the report of a vehicle hitting a pedestrian. Police said it happened around 6:30 p.m. According to police, the roadway where the collision happened is currently undergoing construction and the initial investigation found that the 'pedestrian crossed the road within the construction zone and was not utilizing a designated traffic signal.' Multiple Utah agencies respond to rescue unconscious person stuck in Kaysville tree The driver of the involved vehicle was also arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of THC following tests and interviews by officers. Details on the condition of the pedestrian were not released. St. George police are urging citizens to exercise extreme caution near construction zones and to remember to follow traffic signals for their safety. 'Our department continues to prioritize the safety of all road users and will take necessary actions to enforce DUI laws swiftly and effectively,' police said. Police shared the following safety tips: Use the crosswalk & crosswalk signals when crossing a road, especially a busy road. Pause before crossing. Make sure drivers see you before you step off the curb. Don't drive impaired. This includes medical marijuana, prescription drugs, illegal drugs, and alcohol. Remember, construction brings construction equipment, lane closures, and reduced speed limits. St. George Police Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
