🚨 High-Powered E-Scooter Seized in Maidstone 🚨

Community officers from Maidstone Town Centre Team have seized an illegal high-powered e-scooter capable of reaching speeds of 81 km/h (50 mph)- faster than many cars in built-up areas.

These types of e-scooters pose serious risks:

This seizure is part of our ongoing commitment to keeping our streets safe. Remember: privately owned e-scooters are illegal to use on public roads, pavements, and cycle lanes unless part of an approved rental scheme.

📢 Please do not purchase e-scooters for use in public, please do not buy e-scooters for children or for your commutes.  Let’s work together to keep Maidstone safe.