Dubai Police confiscated a total of 101 electric bikes after stopping a group of teenagers who were dangerously speeding at more than 100 kilometres per hour on public roads today.
Dubai Police seize 101 e-bikes after teens caught riding over 100 km/h.
Dubai Police announced that 101 electric bikes were confiscated in several neighbourhoods after officers observed teenagers riding them at speeds of over 100 km/h on paths meant for jogging and walking, endangering both pedestrians and the riders.
Authorities noted that the bikes had been altered to reach such extreme speeds. Over the past week alone, 130 traffic violations were issued in Nad Al Sheba and other areas across Dubai.
Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commandant for Operations Affairs at Dubai Police, stated that those involved were detained, appropriate legal measures were applied, and their parents were called in to be briefed on the risks of allowing youths to use such vehicles without supervision.
He noted that the police patrols were launched in response to community reports about teenagers engaging in hazardous behaviour.
He explained that altering e-bikes—originally intended for leisure or short commutes—can turn them into high-risk machines similar to motorcycles, making them unsuitable for use on sports or jogging tracks.
Al Mazrouei urged parents to be more vigilant and ensure their children understand proper e-bike safety, including using only approved cycling paths and following essential precautions such as wearing helmets and reflective gear.
In the first five months of 2025 alone, Dubai witnessed a worrying rise in incidents linked to improper e-scooter use and jaywalking, leading to 13 fatalities. This sudden increase has intensified conversations across the city about the safety and future of micromobility. The issue isn’t new—statistics from the previous year show that Dubai recorded 254 accidents involving both e-scooters and bicycles, which resulted in 10 deaths and left 259 people injured. These figures highlight a growing concern as more residents adopt small electric vehicles for their everyday travel.
Although e-scooters and e-bikes are praised for being environmentally friendly and practical, especially for short distances, their surge in usage has brought with it more traffic-related offences and tragic outcomes. With this in mind, some members of the community are urging authorities to impose stricter rules or even prohibit their use in neighbourhoods to prevent further accidents.
However, not everyone agrees with the idea of a ban. Many believe that removing these vehicles from residential areas would negatively impact individuals who depend on them for commuting to work, school, or public transport stations. Instead of restrictions, they advocate for improved safety measures, better infrastructure, and stronger awareness campaigns to encourage responsible riding.
