Gold Coast police have charged a man following a serious crash involving a cyclist and an electric motorcycle at Surfers Paradise on 21 October, as officers continue to target dangerous and illegal use of personal mobility devices across the city.
Around 5.30am, it will be alleged a 58-year-old woman was riding a bicycle along The Esplanade when an electric motorcycle collided with her.
The impact caused the woman to suffer significant bruising to her right side and she was transported to hospital for treatment.
It will be further alleged the male rider left the scene on the electric motorcycle without rendering assistance.
Following an investigation, police located the electric motorcycle on Victoria Avenue, Broadbeach, later that morning. The vehicle was seized, and officers located the rider nearby a short time later.
The 18-year-old Hope Island man has been charged with one count each of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, driving unregistered, uninsured, and unlicensed, possessing dangerous drugs, and possessing drug utensils.
He is due to appear at Southport Magistrates Court on 1 December.
Acting Superintendent Michelle Piket said police remain committed to ensuring PMDs are used safely and responsibly.
"We're seeing far too many high-powered electric bikes and motorcycles being ridden illegally and at dangerous speeds on our roads and footpaths," Acting Superintendent Piket said.
"These vehicles can cause serious harm or even death when used irresponsibly.
Police will continue to run proactive operations and patrols to detect unsafe behaviour and remove illegal PMDs from our streets."
Police urge all riders to ensure their devices comply with Queensland road rules, including speed, registration, and licensing requirements.
Anyone with information about unsafe PMD use or dangerous driving behaviour is urged to contact police.
Quote this reference number: QP2501898765
The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.
Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the 'Fatal Five' behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.
Road safety is everyone's responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads
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