Folsom police dash-cam video captured the chase where you can see the teen on an e-motorcycle swerving in and out of traffic. He was hard to follow with his lights turned off, zipping around 60 miles per hour.
When they tried to stop him, police said he disrespected them and took off on his e-motorcycle on an hour-long pursuit until they finally caught and arrested him.
Fassler said he has seen speedsters riding recklessly around town.
Folsom police said these types of e-motorcycles are considered the same as dirt bikes, with no pedals and the ability to exceed 29 miles per hour. They are not allowed on streets, sidewalks or bike paths.
"It starts to put some controls and restrictions on some of the wild-west functionality that the e-bike makers have been putting into the bikes," said Bill Klehm, CEO of Ebliss Global, an e-bike company.
"I know Folsom PD has been pretty big about it at the middle schools," Fassler said.
Starting January 1, 2025, a new law in San Diego County will allow cities in that county to ban e-bikes for riders under 12 with the goal to keep drivers of all vehicles safely sharing the road to avoid chaotic chases and collisions.
The new law for e-bikes in 2025 will place restrictions on the levels of power and speed on e-bikes, while also incentivizing Californians to buy e-bikes with up to $2,000 vouchers.
You can find more information on what the City of Folsom is doing to educate the community here.
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