Wigan police seize an e-bike capable of reaching 70mph which could pose a 'serious risk'
“These bikes pose a serious risk to riders and the community, and we’ll continue to deal with them robustly.”
Police working to tackle the anti-social use of e-bikes in Wigan revealed they seized two vehicles capable of travelling at high speeds.
Abram neighbourhood police officers on plain clothes patrol in Platt Bridge first found an e-bike which could go at speeds exceeding 50mph.
It was then revealed they confiscated a second bike in Platt Bridge which could reach around 70mph.
A police spokesman said: “These bikes pose a serious risk to riders and the community, and we’ll continue to deal with them robustly.”
In a Facebook post, they shared rules about the use of electric bikes without a driving licence or insurance, which include having no electrical assistance once they reach 15.5mph.