MOTHER WARNS OF QUAD BIKE DANGERS AFTER SON'S HOLIDAY CRASH

A mother has issued a warning about quad bike safety after her son sustained serious injuries during a holiday in Zante. Alfie, who is 18, suffered a fractured vertebra, broken ribs and a ruptured spleen following the accident. The incident has prompted his mother to speak publicly about the risks associated with quad biking.

Alfie's injuries required medical treatment and represent the type of trauma that can result from quad bike accidents. The severity of his condition—including multiple fractures and organ damage—illustrates the potential consequences of such activities. His mother's decision to publicise the incident reflects broader concerns about the safety of quad biking as a holiday activity, particularly among young people.

The warning comes as quad bikes remain available for hire at various holiday destinations across Europe. Safety organisations have previously highlighted the risks associated with quad biking, particularly when hired to tourists without adequate training or safety equipment. Alfie's case adds to documented instances of serious injury linked to quad bike use during holidays.