Staffordshire Police are appealing for information after an e-scooter rider was reported travelling at speed towards oncoming traffic in Stone on Wednesday 14 October between 7.30pm and 7.45pm.
Witnesses told police the rider was travelling from Newcastle Road onto Crown Street. The behaviour caused concern to members of the public and other road users.
Description of the rider
The rider is described as male, approximately 5ft 4in tall, dressed entirely in black and wearing a face covering.
E-scooter rules
Privately owned e-scooters cannot legally be ridden on public roads, cycle lanes, pavements or other public places, except on limited authorised rental schemes. Police said riders may also commit offences relating to insurance, driving licence requirements and careless or dangerous riding.
How to report information
Police are asking anyone who saw the rider or who has CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage from the area between 7.30pm and 7.45pm to get in touch. Witnesses are asked to include as much detail as possible, including the time and location of any sightings.
Information can be emailed to 06583@staffordshire.police.uk, quoting incident 817 of 14 October 2026. Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.