A gas station in Chania, Crete, has announced a controversial new policy that will no longer provide fuel to any motorcycle—big or small—if the driver or passenger isn’t wearing a helmet. This decision comes in the wake of a tragic accident that claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy in Kissamos.
The teenager was critically injured in the accident and spent 16 days in the intensive care unit at Chania Hospital before succumbing to his injuries. His death has left the local community devastated, and his funeral was held this past Wednesday.
In a statement posted on social media, the gas station’s owners explained that their decision to enforce the helmet rule stems from the “unjust loss” of the young life. The post reads: “As of tomorrow, 11/12/2024, we will no longer fuel any small or large displacement motorcycle if the driver or passenger is not wearing a safety helmet.”
The owners also urged other gas stations in the area to join the initiative, saying, “We hope that the other gas stations in our city will follow this action, which aims to all try together so that we do not mourn victims again.”
In a heartfelt conclusion, the gas station expressed their sympathy to the grieving family, saying, “We wish the family of (…) that God and the grace of our Virgin Mary give them patience and strength in this ordeal.”
This bold move highlights the growing concern over motorcycle safety in Greece, especially as accidents involving young riders continue to make headlines.
