🚨 Speeding Madness! 🚨 Ever wondered just how chilling illegal e-bikes can be? Picture this: bikes zooming at a mind-boggling 86mph – without helmets or insurance!
In Cardiff, a month-long blitz saw 135 illegal e-bikes and scooters seized and crushed to bits. The streets of Cowbridge Road East and Albany Road became the battleground for this massive takedown, all under ‘Operation Totara’. With jaw-dropping speeds and worth tens of thousands, these bikes were no match for Cardiff Council and South Wales Police!
Sneaky riders caught wind of the crackdown but couldn’t escape the sharp eyes of plain-clothes officers and a skilled off-road team. The result? A thrilling chase that netted bikes violating every rule in the book. These gadgets are supposed to have pedals, max out at 15.5mph, and stick to 250 watts – far from the beasts they’ve become!
What’s worse, these bikes are ticking time bombs with risky batteries that can ignite after a bumpy ride. 🚴‍♂️💥 Imagine the chaos a flying mountain bike could cause on the streets! Dave Sultana from Cardiff Council revealed the horror stories of sports pitches ruined by the reckless antics of these riders.
But what makes these supercharged bikes truly terrifying? They blend motorbike power with pedal cycle brakes – a dangerous combo! Inspector Ursell and his team are sounding the alarm on underage riders zipping around unawares of the lurking danger.
While hydrant shots and tyre bursts marked the end of many bikes, the action doesn’t stop here. Cardiff vows to clear its streets from these speed demons, aiming for safer roads and happier communities.
Let’s keep Cardiff safe. Remember, bikes should be fun, not fatal! 🚲✨
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