Cops reveal scooter riders' excuses after latest Doncaster swoop
Officers have taken more illegal scooters off the city’s roads
Police in Doncaster have revealed some of the excuses used by illegal scooter riders in the city after a fresh blitz took more vehicles off the roads.
Doncaster East Neigbourhood Policing Team officers have been taking positive action against E-scooters over the Dark Nights period, a spokesperson said, adding: “Contrary to common belief, E-scooters are illegal to use on the roads of Doncaster.
“We hear all sorts of excuses why riders are using these on the roads, such as ‘it says is legal on the box, it only does 15mph and ‘its got lights’ which we migh add you have not chosen to turn on even though its dark”
Others include: “Why do they sell them in the shops?” and “I bought it from a toy shop.”
The spokesperson added: “The law is clear, E-scooters are illegal to use on public land, and if found to be doing so, the police have the power to seize.
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“Yes, there are cities around the country that are running a trial but the trial is strict and make the rider accountable for having a driving licence and Insurance.
“Doncaster is not a trial city.
“If you are planning on purchasing an e-scooter for Christmas, we encourage you to understand the law, or you may find it is taken away.”
The two pictured scooters were seized in Dunscroft.