Red Shirt, Broken Wrist: Parents, This Could’ve Been Your Kid

​If your child is between the ages of 11–13 and was out riding a bike in the neighborhood, this warning should hit home. A young rider was struck while biking, and the injury could be as serious as a broken wrist. This isn’t just some faraway story — this is happening in the streets right now, in the middle of the neighborhoods where kids should feel safe.

The scariest part about it is how fast something like this can happen. One moment your child is pedaling down the block, enjoying summer freedom, and the next they’re facing a painful injury that could change everything. We like to believe we’ve taught them the rules of the road, but reality is that drivers don’t always pay attention — and children often pay the price.

Check on your kids tonight. Make sure they’re home safe, especially if you know they were out on bikes earlier. Accidents like this don’t just affect the child — they shake the whole family and community. A broken bone may heal, but the emotional scars of fear, guilt, and trauma can linger far longer.
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Every parent knows that quick decisions make the difference

Every parent knows that quick decisions make the difference. Did your kid throw on their helmet before leaving? Do they know to stick to sidewalks and avoid busy intersections? These are conversations we sometimes skip, thinking our kids already understand — but the truth is, one skipped conversation can mean the difference between safety and tragedy.

We have to look out for each other, too. If you see kids riding unsafely, don’t just shake your head and drive by — stop, speak up, and protect them like they’re your own. The community works better when everybody treats every child as if they belong to all of us.
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“That won’t be my Kid”

It’s easy to think, “That won’t be my kid,” until the phone rings and your world stops. Don’t wait until something happens to start caring about road safety. Encourage your children, their friends, and even your neighbors’ kids to stay alert and stay protected.
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At the end of the day, one moment of attention can save a lifetime of pain. Hug your kids tighter, remind them of the rules, and if they were outside in a red shirt riding around today — double check they made it home safely. Sometimes, being a step ahead is all it takes to keep them out of harm’s way.