中国袖珍自行车 | Chinese Pocket Bikes

PC Hans Monahan and PCSO Mark Braithwaite with the seized mini motorbikes (28807/3)pm.

Police in Calne have issued a warning that mini motorbikes used on public roads will be seized and crushed following a recent spate of complaints.

Calls from residents reporting the bikes being used on roads and pavements are becoming more frequent in Calne and police officers have found themselves with a collection of confiscated bikes that will be crushed or auctioned.

PCSO Mark Braithwaite seized a mini moto and a 110cc scrambler from two 14-year-old boys on April 12.

The seizure followed a call reporting the bikes being used in Sandpit Lane with no lights or helmets.

PC Hans Monahan said: “We received a report from a member of the public about youngsters using mini motos on the road.

“It was dark by this time so it was very unsafe for them to be riding around.

“Mark tracked them down and both bikes were seized.

“This will be crushed and will serve as a warning to others that riding these vehicles on public roads without the correct adjustments having been made and with no documents is not allowed.”

Police are reminding riders that the same laws apply to mini motos as all other vehicles, so users must be over 16, wear a helmet and have the relevant driving licence or L-plates.

The bike must also be registered with the DVLA, have a number plate, insurance and tax.

PC Monahan said: “These bikes can be used on private land but, once on a road, all the obligations of a road user apply.

“These youngsters did not have helmets and they are vulnerable.

“Mini motos are an on-going anti-social behaviour issue and police will seize them as and when they can, and offending persons will be reported accordingly.”

The 14-year-olds have both been reported for motoring offences.

In the past police officers in Calne have arrested people for driving mini motos whilst under the influence of alcohol.

Pc Monahan said: “Once on the road, normal road rules apply and you can be arrested for drink driving on a mini moto.

“These are not very safe vehicles and they also cause distress to other road users.”

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