E-Scooters found in parts of Townsville they don’t belong
Scooter riders have been given stern warning about the electric joy ride’s limitations after some were found abandoned in strange parts of the city.
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SCOOTER riders have been given stern warning about the electric joy ride’s limitations after some were found abandoned in strange parts of the city.
The 250 bright orange Neuron Mobility e-scooters hit Townsville streets a week ago and already there are reports of them being dumped, damaged or not ridden in accordance with the law.
One scooter was snapped laying on the creek bed at Black River, north of Townsville, while other residents have reported very few riders wearing helmets.
The misbehaviour has promoted Townsville Police to put out a warning to remind people.
“Townsville Police would like to remind users that there are rules to follow regarding these new modes of transport,” Acting Community Crime Prevention Officer Sue Moran said in the statement posted online.
“All riders must comply with these road rules.
“If you get caught not complying with the rules you may be fined $133.”
Townsville is just the second Queensland city, after Brisbane, to take on the personal mobility device, which were introduced as a way to encourage people to explore the CBD.
For more information, visit townsville.qld.gov.au.
Originally published as E-Scooters found in parts of Townsville they don’t belong