E-scooter seized on A131 for road safety breach

As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping all road users safe, officers from our Roads Policing Unit conduct daily patrols across the county.

On the evening of Wednesday 9 July, officers en route to a separate incident observed a man riding a privately-owned e-scooter on the A131 — a dark, unlit road with a 60mph speed limit.

The e-scooter, capable of reaching speeds of up to 30mph, was being operated without any lighting. The rider was not wearing appropriate safety equipment and was barely visible to other road users. He informed officers he intended to travel approximately 20 miles home.

Due to the significant safety risks posed to both the rider and other motorists, officers stopped the rider and seized the e-scooter.

This incident forms part of our wider efforts to tackle road-related anti-social behaviour and improve safety for all who use our roads.

We would like to remind the public that it is illegal to use privately-owned e-scooters on public roads or in public spaces without the landowner’s permission. These vehicles do not meet the legal requirements for road use and pose a serious safety concern.

Anyone found using a privately-owned e-scooter in a public space risk having the it seized. Offenders may also face fines and penalty points on their driving licence for breaching the Highway Code.

We urge all road users to act responsibly and help us keep our communities safe.

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