August 21, 2025 - 641 views
An illegally ridden e-scooter that was seized by officers is now being used as an educational tool for young people in North Wales.
Following its removal from the streets, the vehicle was donated to the Flintshire-based charity, Dangerpoint – a life skills education centre for school-aged children.
The attraction offers visitors the opportunity to learn about safety through a series of fun and interactive activities.
Donated by the North Wales Police and Community Trust (PACT), the scooter will now be used as an exhibit within the ‘Home’ section of the education centre.
Visitors will be informed about the laws surrounding e-scooter use and the potential fire hazards associated with the batteries that power the machines.
Rebecca Bywaters, Property and Exhibits Manager for North Wales Police said: “PACT do vital work in supporting community initiatives across North Wales - particularly those in which the police are involved.
“As a force, we’ve worked to strengthen donation routes between ourselves and PACT, allowing us to repurpose seized items in ways that benefit the public. This donated e-scooter is a great example of how we can turn enforcement outcomes into positive educational opportunities.
“Through our ongoing collaboration with PACT, we’ve supported a wide range of grassroots projects—from youth engagement schemes to safety awareness campaigns—that help build trust, promote wellbeing, and make our communities safer. We’re proud to see this exhibit now being used to educate children about the risks and responsibilities associated with e-scooter use.”
Pact Manager, Kelsey Reed said: “We are delighted to strengthen our long-standing relationship between PACT and Dangerpoint, working together with a shared commitment to keeping people safe.
“Through PACT’s network of grassroots and community projects, we can work in collaboration with the Seized Property Team to repurpose future seized items, ensuring they are redirected for positive use within our communities.”
