Police seize bike while rider in Doncaster shop buying beer
The swoop took place in Armthorpe
Police swooped to seize an illegal bike - while its owner was in a Doncaster shop buying beer.
Officers from Doncaster East Neighbourhood Police Team revealed details of the incident.
A spokesperson said: “Officers were travelling along Beech Road on Friday night when they saw this E-bike travelling towards them.
“As the rider approached the police vehicle, he took to the path, parked up and entered the shop to buy his Friday night beers.
“Officers examined the bike whilst the rider perused the selection of alcohol on offer, before leaving the shop with a confused look on his face when officers were stood with his bike.
“The bike has a throttle which when pressed allowed the bike to travel 56kmph without a single push of a pedal in sight.
“The rider looked even more confused when we explained the bike was classed as a motorbike and would need to be road registered and insured.
“The rider was sent on his way on foot and the bike was seized.
“At least he had a a bag full of beers to cheer himself up!
“f you ride an e-bike please understand the law and ensure you are riding legally.”