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Police in Medway seize 15 e-scooters

Officers have collected a number of electric scooters today.

Police in Medway carried out an operation targeting the incorrect use of e-scooters following a number of complaints of anti-social behaviour.

15 e-scooters have been seized after complaints of anti-social behaviour in Medway. Picture: Kent Police
15 e-scooters have been seized after complaints of anti-social behaviour in Medway. Picture: Kent Police

Throughout the day, officers spoke to a number of individuals to advise them on legislation surrounding the use of the vehicles.

The Medway Community Safety Unit were able to report 15 riders for driving without insurance.

Eleven of the scooters were seized in Chatham, two in Rochester and two in Gillingham.

Police have confirmed the electric scooters will not be returned unless the owners are able to provide appropriate proof of insurance.

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