Police auction seized e-bikes despite most being destroyed

Police auction seized e-bikes despite most being destroyed

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This report reveals that while thousands of e-bikes are confiscated annually for suspected illegal use or involvement in crimes, most are destroyed. However, last year police sold at least 161 of these seized e-bikes at auction, highlighting a practice that contrasts with the usual destruction of such vehicles.

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