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Urban rodeos: authorities struggle to combat this phenomenon
Two-wheelers are involved in many accidents, particularly during urban rodeos. A practice that the authorities are struggling to curb despite tougher sanctions.
(France Info)
Two-wheelers are involved in many accidents, particularly during urban rodeos. A practice that the authorities are struggling to curb despite tougher sanctions.
Launched at 70 km/h, motorcyclists zigzag on a Marseille fast lane, in full acrobatic demonstration. Skidding and wheelies on the roads, but also in the middle of buildings. Although illegal, urban rodeos continue to endanger local residents.
For two years, the police have been increasing the number of checks: 86,000 operations in 2023. But when they spot offenders in action, the police rarely launch into a chase.This can lead to an accident and injuries.“, says Michael De Poortere, spokesperson for the Alliance Police Nationale union (Paris). To deter, the sanctions have been strengthened: up to 5 years in prison and a fine of 75,000 euros in the event of a repeat offence, as well as confiscations. 2,200 devices were seized in 2024.
