Shocking footage shows moment e-bike rider attempted to flee police in Brisbane

The e-bike rider was tackled by police on a major CBD street and upon his arrest police found something interesting in his bag.

Stunning footage filmed on a busy Brisbane street shows the moment an e-bike rider was tackled by police as he allegedly attempted to flee.

The 19-year-old rider from Boondall was intercepted by the Brisbane City Bike Squad when he was spotted riding the allegedly illegal e-bike along Elizabeth St.

One of the officers was filmed approaching the rider and asked, “Hey mate, how’s it going? You’re aware that this is a trail bike that you’re not able to register, therefore not able to ride it on the road,” he told the rider.

After a long pause, the rider made a sudden attempt to allegedly flee before he was run down by the two arresting officers.

Upon his arrest police searched the rider’s bag, which allegedly contained dangerous drugs and what appeared to be a used bong.

Wild footage shows an e-bike rider trying to flee from police.

The teenager was charged with seven offences, including dangerous operation of a vehicle, driving of motor vehicle without a driver’s licence disqualified by court order, possessing dangerous drugs and possess pipe that had been used.

He is expected to front Brisbane Magistrates Court on August 6.

Police extract what appears to be a used glass bong from a man’s bag.

North Brisbane District Inspector Peta Comadira said riders should ensure their vehicles were compliant before travelling.

“Some e-bikes exceed speed limits and are classified as motorbikes, meaning they require registration, insurance and a licence,” she said.

“We encourage owners of these devices to take these rules seriously and be informed about the road classification of their vehicle.

“Officers will continue to run targeted operations to continue to improve safety and compliance.”