Op DRIFTLINE - SURRON and E BIKE update.

Op DRIFTLINE - SURRON and E BIKE update.

We wanted to share a quick update about dangerous driving in your area. Please be assured we’re working to keep everyone safe.

Throughout September, October and November, your local neighbourhood policing team has been working alongside specialist officers from the Roads and Transport Policing Command as part of Operation DRIFTLINE, a targeted initiative focused on tackling the illegal use of Surron bikes, modified e-bikes and associated offending. This operation has been taking place across three wards; Chessington North, Chessington South and King Georges & Sunray.

Using community intelligence, resident reports and proactive patrols, officers have conducted high-visibility operations across known hotspot locations. The aim has been to reduce anti-social behaviour, improve road safety and take positive action against those using vehicles illegally and irresponsibly.

Operation Results
6 illegal Surron and e-bikes seized
3 E Scooters seized
3 Anti-Social Behaviour Warnings issued
1 stolen vehicle recovered
7 offences for driving without insurance
1 offence for driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence
1 offence for driving without a licence
9 offences for no MOT
1 mobile phone offence
3 seatbelt offences
2 arrests for immigration offences

Alongside enforcement activity, officers have continued to engage with young people and families, providing education around the legal use of e-bikes and highlighting the risks associated with illegal riding.

We would like to thank local residents for their continued support and for reporting concerns to us. The information you provide allows us to target resources effectively and take action where it is needed most.

Operation DRIFTLINE has shown how targeted policing, specialist resources and community support can work together to make our neighbourhoods safer.

Kind regards

Chessington Safer Neighbourhoods Police Team

If someone is driving a motor vehicle, they should always be doing so in a safe and considerate manner. Even momentary lapses in judgement can have life changing or devastating consequences for those in the vehicle or innocent bystanders. 

Activities such as street racing, cruising or performing tricks can count as anti-social behaviour. If you are concerned about this in your area, visit our website for the latest guidance.

You can report dangerous driving online here.

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