Market Drayton police seize another e-scooter as clamp down continues
The police force seized the vehicle earlier in the week, it said
Police in Market Drayton have seized another illegal e-scooter as they continue “clamping down” on the vehicles.
A spokesperson for Market Drayton, Wem and Whitchurch Police took to social media to share the news of the seizure on Friday (September 11).
They said: “Market Drayton Safer Neighbourhood Team are clamping down on the illegal use of e-bikes and e-scooters in response to numerous safety concerns that have been raised by local residents.
“On Tuesday 9th this e-scooter was seized and the rider will be reported for the offences of no insurance and no licence.
“This may amount to a £300 fine and six penalty points on a licence that the person hasn't even got yet.”
It is illegal to ride e-scooters and e-bikes in public places.
The police spokesperson also warned parents in the social media post.
They said: “If, as a parent or guardian, you allow your child to ride around on one of these, you could potentially find yourself being prosecuted too for allowing it to take place.”