More illegal e-bikes and e-scooters seized in Preston surge activity

Tuesday, 9 September 2025 13:35

By Central Radio News

A further 10 illegal E-bikes and E-scooters have been seized in Preston as part of another day of action to tackle anti-social behaviour and nuisance vehicles.

Last Wednesday (3^rd September 2025), officers from the Prosper Partnership team, Roads Crime Unit and Preston’s Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out an operation in Ribbleton, one of the most reported areas of motorcycle nuisance, as well as St Matts, Ingol and Cottam.

It is part of Operation Centurion, a county-wide initiative targeting anti-social behaviour including the illegal use of e-bikes, e-scooters, and general motorbike nuisance.

During the activity, 10 vehicles were seized by officers, mostly under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act for not having insurance or a license. All vehicles seized under Section 165 legislation will not be returned and will be crushed and no longer able to cause an issue for those living in the area.

Inspector Adam Pearson from Preston’s Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “Since July, we have seized over 150 illegal e-bikes and e-scooters from the streets of Preston meaning that they can no longer cause an issue for local communities.

“Local residents regularly tell us that nuisance vehicles and the use of illegal E-bikes and E-scooters is one of their top concerns and that is why we are carrying out operations like this and will continue to do so because ASB is unacceptable and we are committed to tackling it.”

Lancashire Police continue to work closely with local councils, housing associations, and other partners to tackle all forms of anti-social behaviour.

To report issues or find out more, visit the dedicated ASB page:

www.lancashire-pcc.gov.uk/lancashire-tackling-asb

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