E-scooter rider investigated over erratic behaviour in Didcot
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 4 Nov, 14:33 · Archive
Thames Valley Police are investigating an e-scooter rider spotted acting erratically near Great Western Park Skate Park in Didcot on 30 October around midday. The scooter was described as all-black with a red rear brake, and the rider was reportedly following two friends on bicycles.
PCSO Bethanie Saunders from the Didcot and Wallingford neighbourhood policing team said: 'We continue to receive reports of electric scooters and illegal electrically-powered bikes being ridden on footpaths, cycle paths and public roads.' She warned that many people are unaware privately-owned e-scooters cannot legally be used on public roads, pavements, cycle lanes or other public places, with the only exception being approved rental schemes operating in designated trial areas.
Offences related to illegal e-scooter use could include driving without insurance and driving without a licence. Police have powers to seize uninsured vehicles, after which owners must provide documentation and pay recovery fees to reclaim them. Ms Saunders noted that riders of privately-owned e-scooters are often unable to meet these requirements, meaning the vehicle may not be returned and could ultimately be disposed of.
Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage to come forward, with information reportable online or by calling 101.
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- E-scooter spotted riding erratically amid warningAn e-scooter was spotted riding erratically in a public area, promoting a police investigation.Oxford Mail · 4 Nov, 13:58
- E-scooter spotted riding erratically amid warningAn e-scooter was spotted riding erratically in a public area, promoting a police investigation.Oxfordshire Guardian · 4 Nov, 13:58
In this story: Thames Valley Police · Didcot · Great Western Park Skate Park · Bethanie Saunders
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