On June 14, 2025, a tragic accident in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, left two 12-year-old girls critically injured after they were struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter. Despite fighting for her life at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Abby Gillon passed away two days later, on June 16.
Her grieving mother, Lori Kralle, described Abby as her “best friend” and has since turned her sorrow into advocacy, pushing for “Abby’s Law.” The proposed bill seeks stricter e-scooter regulations, including helmet requirements, speed caps, and age restrictions to prevent similar tragedies.
Loved ones created a GoFundMe to support Abby’s family, which has raised over $89,000 toward funeral and living expenses. A digital memorial page also honors Abby’s memory, sharing photos and stories that capture her creativity, kindness, and love for cheerleading and swimming.
Meanwhile, Abby’s friend, Bella Jones, faces a long recovery after suffering multiple fractures, head trauma, and internal injuries. Her family launched a fundraiser that has already collected more than $67,000 to cover medical expenses as she undergoes months of rehabilitation.
As the community mourns Abby and rallies around Bella, the push for safer e-scooter use continues—driven by a family’s hope that no other parent will endure such heartbreak.
