Overview
- Northumbria Police confirmed Monday that 22 vehicles were seized over the past month across Cramlington, Seaton Delaval and Ashington.
- Officers used plain-clothed patrols and Northumberland County Council drone specialists to spot riders and guide teams in on them.
- The seized e-scooters, e-bikes, a motorcycle and two mopeds were tied to reports of pavement speeding, riding without a licence or insurance, and wider nuisance.
- Police warned that illegally ridden vehicles will be seized and crushed, and they shared footage of crushed bikes to drive the point home.
- Officials urged residents to report incidents via social media, the force’s online chat or website, with 999 for emergencies, as part of a broader plan that blends enforcement, prevention and community work.