A man has been arrested after an e-bike that failed to stop for police collided with a car in Birmingham. The incident occurred on Rough Road in the Kingstanding area at around 12:15 PM on Sunday, April 26.
The rider, aged 26, sustained injuries that are not believed to be life-changing and was taken to hospital. Fortunately, no one else was injured in the collision.
The suspect was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop, dangerous driving, drug-driving, and driving without insurance. West Midlands Police (WMP) has appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
A WMP spokesperson said: "A man aged 26 has been detained after a collision between a motorbike and a car on Rough Road in Kingstanding at around 12:15 PM today (26 April). The bike, thought to be an e-bike, had previously failed to stop for officers. Following the collision, the man who was riding the bike was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop, dangerous driving, drug-driving, and driving without insurance. He suffered injuries which are not believed to be life-changing and was taken to hospital. Thankfully, no one else was injured. Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information should call 101 quoting log 1544 of 26 April."
Background and Investigation
The collision highlights ongoing concerns about e-bike safety and compliance with traffic laws. West Midlands Police continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to the crash. Authorities urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage to contact them.
How to Help
If you have any information, please call West Midlands Police on 101 and reference log 1544 of April 26. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
