Electric bikes and scooters3 days agoLime apologises to blind couple over blocked pathJason Beal says he was forced onto a busy road when Lime bikes were blocking pavements in a banned area.3 days ago4 days agoIllegal riders 'running out of road' police warnRiders were stopped and found carrying kitchen knives, illegal drugs and illegal monies.4 days ago5 days agoPolice officer's flying leap to tackle e-bike rider CCTV footage shows the rider lying on the ground next to his e-bike before he is put in handcuffs. 5 days ago5 days agoCall for tougher action over illegal e-bikesThe government says police can seize illegal e-scooters and e-bikes without first issuing a warning.5 days ago28 Aug 2026E-bike and e-scooter fires cause 18 deaths and nearly 700 injuriesBBC Verify looks into how many deaths and injuries have been caused by fires started by e-bikes, e-scooters or their batteries.28 Aug 202628 Aug 202618 deaths from battery fires show hidden danger of UK's e-bike boomFatalities included people who inhaled toxic fumes from fires or became trapped inside burning homes.28 Aug 202627 Aug 2026Met gets more e-motorbikes to fight phone theftsThe force is increasing its fleet of high-powered electric motorbikes from five to 25 in London. 27 Aug 202626 Aug 2026Drones are 'without doubt the future of policing'A drone unit at Greater Manchester Police is regularly following and helping to catch criminals. 26 Aug 202626 Aug 2026Illegal e-bikes impact legitimate sales - shopRichardson Cycles says staff often face aggression when they refuse to repair illegal e-bikes.26 Aug 2026...
