As the festive season draws near, parents in Lincolnshire are urged to reconsider buying e-scooters and e-bikes as Christmas presents for their offspring. The plea comes from Humberside Police, who also cover parts of Lincolnshire and have confiscated 250 e-scooters and 81 e-bikes in the preceding year. PC Susan Scott emphasised the risks these vehicles can pose, with many reaching speeds unsuitable for youngsters and some incidents resulting in serious accidents. She recommended parents steer clear of these appealing yet potentially dangerous gifts, warning that e-scooters ridden unlawfully could be seized and ultimately disposed of. Under existing UK legislation, personal e-scooters are prohibited on public roads and pavements, their usage therefore only legal on private property. With an upward trend in e-scooter incidents, local authorities are taking a hard line to maintain public safety.
This article is based on an original report by www.bbc.com.
