More than 60 e-bikes and scooters seized in police crackdown across Blackpool and Fylde coast
More than 60 illegal e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized by police across the Fylde coast as part of a crackdown on anti-social behaviour.
Officers working in Lancashire Police’s West Division - which covers Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and Lancaster - confiscated 65 vehicles over a three-month period.
The seizures form part of Operation Centurion, a county-wide initiative targeting anti-social behaviour, including the illegal and dangerous use of electric bikes, scooters and nuisance motorbikes.
Between November 1, 2025 and January 31 this year, police seized 37 e-bikes and 28 e-scooters in the West Division alone.
Across Lancashire as a whole, 168 vehicles were taken off the streets in the same period.
Inspector Steve Scott said the action reflects ongoing concerns from residents about safety and nuisance riding.
He said: “What matters most to us is keeping people safe. Seizing more than 60 illegal bikes and scooters in just three months shows how committed we are to protecting our neighbourhoods and responding to the concerns residents have raised.
“But our work doesn’t stop at enforcement. We’ll continue working closely with partners, schools, parents and the wider community to raise awareness, support young people to make safer choices, and prevent accidents before they happen.
“These vehicles can cause serious harm when they’re ridden irresponsibly, and we want our communities to know that the anti-social behaviour linked to them will not be tolerated.”
Lancashire Police said they are continuing to work with councils, housing associations and other partners to tackle anti-social behaviour across the area.
Anyone with concerns can report issues via the Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner’s anti-social behaviour page, call 101, or dial 999 in an emergency.
Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.