E-scooters/e-bikes.

Issued 03 February 2026

Several days of action have been carried out in Mote Park to tackle issues involving off‑road bikes, e‑scooters, e‑bikes and general antisocial behaviour. During this work, three illegal e‑bikes and three e‑scooters were seized.

Privately owned e‑scooters remain illegal to use in public places. Members of the Child‑Centred Policing Team have been sharing this message in schools across Maidstone to raise awareness among young people.

We will continue to educate the public about the law around e‑scooters and take enforcement action where they are used illegally. Seized e‑scooters are not returned and may be destroyed.

Actioned 30 March 2026

Catapults.

Issued 03 February 2026

We are aware of an increase in reports involving groups of young people using catapults in the area. Each report has been reviewed and followed up to look for opportunities to identify those involved.

High‑visibility patrols have been increased around local shops and Mote Park. A mobile CCTV camera has also been used to help identify anyone carrying catapults.

Catapults have been identified as a wider national issue, as they can be used to cause damage to property or harm wildlife. While we await clearer national legislation around carrying catapults in public places, officers will continue to patrol areas of concern, raise awareness through local schools, and use educational workbooks with young people found in possession of catapults where appropriate.

Actioned 30 March 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued 03 February 2026

We continue to listen to concerns raised by residents about road safety around Northumberland Court. Speed checks have been carried out in the 20 miles per hour zones, with drivers spoken to and given advice where appropriate.

Further speed checks will continue across the area to help improve road safety and address ongoing concerns.

Actioned 30 March 2026