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We're putting the breaks on illegal E-Riders |
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Good Afternoon Resident
In Wednesfield and Heath Town,
West Midlands Police are actively "putting the brakes" on illegal e-riders following a surge in reports of bikes being used for drug dealing and dangerous riding near the Bentley Bridge retail park and local canal towpaths.
Local Enforcement Targeting "Souped-up" Bikes: Officers in Wolverhampton are focusing on bikes modified with high-wattage motors that bypass the 15.5mph legal limit. If it has a "twist-and-go" throttle and hits high speeds, it’s a motor vehicle and will be seized. Heath Town Hotspots: Police have increased patrols around the Heath Town estate and Long Knowle, where residents have flagged e-bikes being ridden on pavements, endangering elderly pedestrians and children. Section 59 Warnings: Under the Police Reform Act, officers are issuing Section 59 warnings, which mean if the rider is caught again within 12 months, the vehicle is seized and likely crushed.
How to Report in Wednesfield/Heath Town WMnow Alerts: You can sign up for specific Wednesfield Police updates to see when the next local "surgeries" are held at the library or community hubs. Online Reporting: Use the West Midlands Police Live Chat to report specific descriptions of riders or where illegal bikes are being stored. Video Evidence: If you have doorbell or dashcam footage of illegal riding in Heath Town, upload it to Operation Snap.
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