BENSALEM TWP., Pennsylvania (WPVI) — The Bensalem Township Police Motor Patrol Unit has begun patrols for motorcycles and ATVs that illegally ride on private property and roadways in the township.<\/p>\n
It’s part of their ‘zero-tolerance’ approach to the growing issue.<\/p>\n
Neighbors say the sound of ATVs and dirt bikes can be heard up and down the streets of Bensalem at all hours of the day and night.<\/p>\n
“Usually, they’ll be all over, the street, on the sidewalk,” said Gladys Villalopos, who works in Bensalem. “They should take it seriously because it’s very dangerous to be out there.”<\/p>\n
Fed up with the illegal activity, Bensalem police say if you are riding an illegal vehicle, it will be seized and you will be cited with violations, regardless of age.<\/p>\n
Police go on to say if the rider is a minor, then their parents will be responsible.<\/p>\n
This message was shared with parents and guardians:<\/p>\n
“You will be held responsible for the actions of your children including the payment of all fines. It would benefit you to have a talk with your kids and let them know that riding on roadways and private property is against the law and you should discourage this type of activity.”<\/p>\n
“They have a time and a place, and on public roads is not it. They should be registered and driven where they should go,” said Paul Pruce who lives in Croydon.<\/p>\n
Bensalem police say Bristol Road and Grove Avenue have been a hotspot for this activity, where riders disregard traffic laws and trespass on private property.<\/p>\n
Officers seized motorcycles and ATVs in that area on Thursday and installed street signs warning of illegal use.<\/p>\n
The Bensalem Township Police Motor Patrol Unit will utilize police ATVs, drones and other technology to identify, locate, seize and cite anyone engaged in this illegal activity.<\/p>\n
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