MBPP seizes 25 e-scooters from unlicensed operator
The Penang City Council (MBPP) seized a total of 25 e-scooters from a business premises operated by a Bangladeshi in a raid in George Town yesterday.
In a statement on its Facebook page today, MBPP informed that the Licensing Department and the Intelligence and Operations Team of its Enforcement Department inspected the premises...
The Penang City Council (MBPP) seized a total of 25 e-scooters from a business premises operated by a Bangladeshi in a raid in George Town yesterday.
In a statement on its Facebook page today, MBPP informed that the Licensing Department and the Intelligence and Operations Team of its Enforcement Department inspected the premises for conducting e-scooter rentals without a valid licence.
"A total of 25 e-scooters were seized. They were utilised for business purposes by the premises which was operating without a proper MBPP licence," the statement read.
MBPP will continue to monitor and act against businesses operating without valid licences, particularly those dealing with micro-mobility vehicles, to ensure road safety for the public.
Previously, MBPP advised the public and visitors to the state to refrain from renting and riding electric scooters or e-scooters, as their usage is prohibited.
The use of e-scooters on public roads is the individual's responsibility and constitutes an offence under Section 54 of the Road Transport Act 1987.
- Bernama
