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1 in 5 fatbike riders fined during police check in city center

Police in Amsterdam recently conducted a traffic enforcement operation where they inspected 52 fatbikes and issued 41 citations for various violations. Notable offenses included 10 instances of illegally modified fatbikes, one case of a stolen bicycle, and multiple safety breaches such as faulty brakes and mobile phone use.

Police in Amsterdam conducted a traffic enforcement operation yesterday at the intersection of Vijzelstraat and Reguliersdwarsstraat, specifically targeting fatbike riders. Out of 52 fatbikes checked, 10 were fined for being illegally modified to exceed speed limits. Additionally, one fatbike was identified as stolen, resulting in the confiscation of the bike and the arrest of the rider for receiving stolen goods.

Beyond the modifications, officers issued a total of 41 citations across various categories during the inspection of 52 fatbikes and five other motorized vehicles. Violations included six instances of faulty brakes on fatbikes, eight cases of mobile phone usage while driving, and several traffic infractions such as running red lights and failure to stop at pedestrian crossings. Other citations covered riding without a valid license or failing to display required identification and registration documents, highlighting a broad crackdown on safety compliance in the city center.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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