Tasmanian Police have advised 16 e-scooter riders were detected breaking the rules last weekend, as part of a targeted traffic operation.
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Last Friday and Saturday evening, police detected riders who either failed to wear an approved helmet or were carrying another passenger. Each of the users were issued with a police infringement notice.
Sergeant Stuart Greenwood said the rules are in place to keep riders, pedestrians, and other vulnerable road users safe.
"This is a timely reminder to users of e-scooters or Personal Mobility Devices, that you must comply with the rules surrounding their use on our roads and footpaths," he said.
"Some riders may not be fully aware of their obligations or the rules around e-scooter use, and I encourage all users to educate themselves prior to using one of these devices.
"The most common offences we observe are riders failing to wear helmets, carrying a passenger and using these devices when drunk."
Prior to the recent operation police in the Northern District had issued 37 infringement notices to users of e-scooters since their introduction in December 2021.
Of these notices, 35 were for failing to wear a helmet and two were for for carrying another person or animal.
A youth was convicted in January this year for evading police on an e-scooter after being required to lawfully stop.
A man has also been charged by police with being drunk and in charge of a vehicle after an incident involving an e-scooter in the city.
Tasmania Police will continue to focus on education and safety around e-scooter use, with additional targeted operations soon planned for Launceston.
Anyone who witnesses an E-scooter offence can report it to police on 131 444 or to the e-scooter operators directly.
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Nikita McGuire
Born and raised in Launceston, Nikita is passionate about the stories that matter to locals. When she is not at work you can find Nikita adventuring around Tasmania or spending time with family and friends. If you have story tips or events in the Arts and Events sector, please contact Nikita at nikita.mcguire@austcommunitymedia.com.au or on 0437 031 581
Born and raised in Launceston, Nikita is passionate about the stories that matter to locals. When she is not at work you can find Nikita adventuring around Tasmania or spending time with family and friends. If you have story tips or events in the Arts and Events sector, please contact Nikita at nikita.mcguire@austcommunitymedia.com.au or on 0437 031 581
