More police turn to simple drones clever effort to catch illegal e-bike riders
Police departments are increasingly using drones to monitor and apprehend illegal e-bike riders and off-road electric motorcycle users. Humberside Police in the UK have implemented drones in their enforcement efforts, successfully seizing over 100 vehicles in the past year. This approach allows officers to observe offenders without alerting them, addressing the challenges posed by riders who often evade traditional enforcement methods.
- ▪Humberside Police have deployed drones to target illegal e-scooters and off-road electric motorcycles.
- ▪Drones help police identify and direct ground units to offenders without alerting them.
- ▪The operation has led to the seizure of over 100 vehicles in the past year.
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