More illegal e-bikes taken off the streets of Cardiff

More illegal e-bikes and e-scooters have been taken off the road thanks to another joint operation with Cardiff Council

This takes the total number seized to more than 700 since last summer.

Officers and council staff worked together across the city on Saturday (June 6) to continue tackling community concerns about mechanically propelled vehicles (MPVs) also known as illegal e-bikes and scooters.

39 MPVs were seized in Cathays, Ely, Caerau, Fairwater, Hayley Park and along the Taff Trail.

Inspector Tim Ursell, from South Wales Police, said: “Unlawful use of e-bikes and e-scooters is not only illegal but also puts pedestrians and road users at serious risk.

“The impact of anti-social e-bike riders on the communities is regularly raised as a concern.

“We urge the public to please understand the law and make safe, legal choices.”

For information on the legality of e-bikes and e-scooters, see here: E-scooters and e-bikes: your questions answered | South Wales Police