Electric bikes give MLPD faster access to hard-to-reach areas
Moses Lake Police Department got its first set of electric bikes this year. The bike program has existed for around three decades, but officers have typically used a pedal bike. Their new rides allow for speeds of around 28 mph and easier access to hard-to-reach areas and have built in locking features.
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Moses Lake Police Department Captain Jeff Sursely stands next to one of the electric bikes the department recently acquired. On their first night on patrol, officers were able to make 19 contacts in two hours, according to Sursely.
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Police Department is rolling into spring with a major upgrade to its bike patrol program. The department recently got four new fat‑tire electric bicycles designed to boost officer mobility, visibility and community engagement throughout the city.
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