Local Priorities ASB - Nuisance (When a person causes trouble, annoyance or suffering to a community) Message

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding ASB - Nuisance (When a person causes trouble, annoyance or suffering to a community), which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

During a routine patrol, officers from the Accrington Neighbourhood Policing Team observed what appeared to be an E-SCOOTER being ridden on the road in the Great Harwood area.

Demonstrating quick thinking and decisive action, PC 2181 Guy and PCSO 7567 Heal exited their vehicle and swiftly approached the scene. They successfully stopped the E-SCOOTER and its rider, ensuring safety on the road.

Upon inspection, it was determined that the E-SCOOTER lacked the necessary documentation to be operated legally on public roads. As a result, the vehicle was seized under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act (RTA)

A polite reminder to communities, that these E-scooters are ONLY permitted to be used on PRIVATE land with the landowners consent and CANNOT be ridden on public roads, pavements or cycle paths. If YOU are seen, YOU will be prosecuted for driving without a license and insurance.

There have been a number of reported incidents resulting in injuries of children and other road users regarding these scooters, there is a national concern regarding the use of E-scooters in local communities and police are actively encouraging parents to ensure that their children are not seen to be riding these scooters on pavements or public places. They are not toys and unfortunately can cause serious injuries. We have a duty to protect the wider public as well as those who ride these scooters.

We appreciate the cooperation of the communities who welcome our stance on the seizures of these scooters and welcome any questions or information you may have about this.

Op. Centurion is Lancashire Constabulary’s county-wide response to anti-social behaviour, supported by Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw. As part of this targeted operation, each district of Lancashire is currently benefitting from additional foot patrols to target areas identified as ASB hotspots.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.lancashire.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online webpage Home - Lancashire Constabulary - Report Online or call the non-emergency number 101.

Alternatively, you can stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.

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