The Oviedo Police Department would like to address the concerns of our citizens when it comes to seeing kids in the roadways on eMobility devices.
They have received messages from concerned drivers and parents about large groups of kids seemingly ‘taking over’ the roadways on these devices.
Our officers are conducting traffic stops, talking to kids and parents, and issuing citations for these violations, and handing out informational pamphlets.
We want to make everyone aware of safety and how these devices are supposed to be used.
Reckless driving of these devices, such as impeding traffic, weaving in and out of traffic and driving the wrong way can lead to serious injury or death, which is something we want everyone to avoid.
Please talk to your kids about how to safely operate them, wearing helmets, safety equipment and knowing the law. The Police Department has created a web page dedicated to information to review: CRIME SAFETY SERVICES Click on the tab that says EMOBILITY SAFETY AND LAWS.
If you see anyone operating these devices in an unsafe way, please contact the Oviedo Police Department at 407-971-5700 and speak directly with a dispatcher. Please provide your location and describe what you are seeing. If possible, please provide the direction of travel.
Let’s keep our roadways safe for everyone.