A further 59 e-scooters were seized in Derbyshire in January, as local police officers continue to target their illegal use.
Over the past three months, 264 e-scooters have been seized in total since the Constabulary started a new approach of seizing on first offence from November.
E-scooters can only be used on private land. Those riding them on public roads, pavements or cycle paths are breaking the law.
In one area, officers stopped a rider on an e-scooter who also had a four-year-old riding as a passenger.
Superintendent James Thompson said: “This change in approach was in response to local community concerns, as we know many people have had negative experiences with e-scooters being used illegally and irresponsibly in the past.
“The risks that the illegal use of e-scooters pose to both the public and the rider, especially in incidents with such a young passenger as well, are serious and we will continue in being proactive to tackle this.”
PCSOs in Derbyshire have also been granted the power to seize e-scooters, meaning they can take action whilst they’re out on patrol too.
Further information regarding e-scooters can be found on the Government website.
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