Gardaí seize e-scooter and scrambler in Louth road safety enforcement

Gardaí in the Louth South Community Engagement area are appealing to parents to speak to their children about the dangers associated with e-scooters and scramblers following two recent incidents in the county.

As part of ongoing road safety enforcement, Gardaí in the Clogherhead area recently came across a juvenile driving an e-scooter recklessly in a public place. The e-scooter was seized by Gardaí.

Separately, Gardaí in Mid-Louth encountered a young driver operating a scrambler dangerously. The driver was uninsured and the scrambler was also seized.

Gardaí are reminding parents of the serious risks associated with the use of these vehicles, particularly when they are driven recklessly or without the appropriate legal requirements.

They are also reminding parents that, at present, children under the age of 16 are prohibited from driving e-scooters in public places.

Anyone driving a scrambler in a public place is required to hold the appropriate driving licence and have valid insurance.

Gardaí are appealing to parents to discuss road safety with their children and to ensure they understand both the dangers and the legal responsibilities associated with using these vehicles.