Safer roads in Brodnica: Police crack down on reckless riding

Police action in Brodnica

Brodnica police officers conducted extensive preventive and control operations under the slogan 'Stop reckless cycling and e-scootering'. The operation, which took place on July 22, 2026, aimed to improve the safety of vulnerable road users.

Offense statistics

The officers' efforts resulted in uncovering 52 offenses committed by cyclists and 17 violations by electric scooter users.

What were the officers monitoring?

• Compliance with traffic regulations.
• Usage of sidewalks and bicycle paths.
• Sobriety of the operators.
• Eliminating dangerous habits such as using phones while riding or carrying passengers on scooters.

A call to residents

Police remind that safety starts with education. Parents should ensure their children are familiar with traffic rules and wear protective helmets. It is also worth checking the technical specifications of vehicles before purchase, as some devices (e.g., high-power ones) do not qualify as bicycles or electric scooters.