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Warren PD Deploys Four RECON E-Bikes
The most visible piece of the City of Warren Police Department’s bicycle presence is probably the Fourth of July parade. But the capacity serves both law enforcement and community relations objectives. And a donation by Seneca Generation LLC – four new e-bikes, emergency lights included – will further increase those capabilities. City of Warren Police…
Salt Lake City Fire Department launches Recon E-bike team at the airport
BY SHELBY LOFTON KSLTV.com https://ksltv.com/616893/salt-lake-city-fire-department-launches-e-bike-team-at-the-airport/ SALT LAKE CITY — In collaboration with the Salt Lake City International Airport, the Salt Lake City Fire Department is rolling out a new team to respond to emergencies. The airport now has a two-person e-bike squad that responds to medical calls in the terminal six days a week. “They’ve…
Troy Police Building Community Partnerships with New Recon E-Bikes
TROY, N.Y. – Mayor WM. Patrick Madden announced that the Troy Police Department is adding two new Recon Interceptor electric bicycles to its fleet of vehicles, removing barriers preventing community access to officers while maintaining their ability to respond quickly to emergencies. “Our families have asked for more community policing as a way to foster…
The world’s 280 million electric bikes are cutting demand for oil far more than electric cars
We hop in the car to get groceries or drop kids at school. But while the car is convenient, these short trips add up in terms of emissions, pollution and petrol cost. Close to half (44%) of all Australian commuter trips are by car – and under 10km. Of Perth’s 4.2 million daily car trips,…
Laconia, N.H. Rolls out New Recon E-Bike Patrol
By Adam Drapcho, The Laconia Daily Sun LACONIA — The city’s police department has used mountain bike patrols for many years, and found them an effective way to get to parts of the city hard to access with a cruiser. There are some drawbacks to pedal-powered patrols, especially the fact the officer has to provide…
A First for the Pacific-Samoa Police Invest in Recon E-Bikes
Savali by Jasmine Netzler-lose Samoa’s Police Services is the first in the Pacific to invest in electrical bicycles for their Patrol Unit, thanks to the Australian Government and their Federal Police through the Samoa Australia Partnership. The 8 new electric bikes were handed over during the closing of the Bicycle Patrol Officer Program training at…
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office announces Incline Village e-bike patrol
Tahoe Daily Tribune October 26, 2023 INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev.— The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office recently purchased six Recon E-Bikes which will be utilized in the Incline Village area beginning in the Spring of 2024. Of the six, two will be assigned to the Incline High School Resource Deputies and four will be assigned to Deputies…
Riding along with the Wilmington Police Department as part of their Recon E-bike program
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department is adding more bike officers to the streets and using new ways to get to hard to get places. Bikes are one of the many ways Wilmington Police respond to a scene or meet with people in the community. The newest version of that are electric bikes…
SIUE Police get new wheels to patrol campus
Madison County Transit donated two electric bikes to the SIUE police department as part of an effort to patrol the trails that go around and through campus, which also allows them to more efficiently police larger events and sporting events. The electric bikes, which are outfitted with sirens, lights, bag holders and other necessities are…
Hornell Police Department Chooses Recon
The Hornell Police Department received some new equipment recently with the arrival of two new electric bikes (e-bikes). The heavy-duty bikes are outfitted with appropriate police gear, such as lights and sirens, and can travel speeds up to approximately 30mph. Police Chief Ted Murray noted e-bikes are becoming more commonly used in police departments across…