Electric Scooter Disposed Of

Officers recently dealt with a teenager seen riding an electric scooter on a public highway. The use of privately owned e-scooters on public roads is illegal.

The young person’s parents were spoken to and, in a positive step, they voluntarily handed the scooter to police for disposal. This was done to protect their son from the dangers of the road, as well as to prevent potential offences and avoid him becoming criminalised.

We regularly receive concerns from the public regarding the nuisance and safety risks associated with e-bikes and e-scooters. Many parents and guardians are unaware of the legislation surrounding these vehicles.

Key points to be aware of:

If you have concerns or wish to voluntarily surrender an electric scooter or non-compliant e-bike, please contact us via 101 or through our online reporting portal.

Together, we can keep our roads safe and prevent young people from coming to harm.