Police Seize Record Number of Illegal E-Bikes Amid Safety Concerns

Illegally modified e-bikes, often reaching dangerous speeds, pose a significant threat to pedestrians and riders alike.

UK police confiscated 937 illegally modified e-bikes in the past year, nearly doubling from 511 the previous year.
E-bikes modified to exceed legal speed limits and weight restrictions are described as 'death traps' by law enforcement.
These illegal e-bikes are frequently used by a diverse group, including commuters, food delivery workers, and criminals.
Conversion kits, available online for as little as £300, allow standard bikes to be illegally upgraded with powerful motors.
City of London Police have reintroduced their cycle response unit to effectively tackle the growing issue of illegal e-bikes.