Police in Kitchener, Ontario, issued a warning after a video surfaced showing a person riding an electric scooter on the Conestoga Expressway [1].
The incident highlights a dangerous trend of using micro-mobility devices on high-speed roads, which officials said puts both riders and motorists at extreme risk [1].
The footage, which appeared in a news segment on Aug. 13, 2025 [2], shows an unidentified individual traveling alongside highway traffic [1]. The rider is seen maintaining a high speed while navigating the expressway, a roadway designed exclusively for motorized vehicles.
Local authorities said the behavior is illegal [1]. They said that e-scooters lack the structural protection and visibility required for expressway travel. The speed differential between a scooter and highway traffic creates a high probability of collisions that could be fatal for the rider [1].
Police are urging the public to adhere to local bylaws and provincial traffic laws regarding the use of electric scooters [1]. While these devices are intended for urban commuting and designated paths, the Conestoga Expressway is strictly off-limits to non-motorized transport [1].
Authorities have not disclosed the identity of the person in the video [1]. It remains unclear if the rider has been identified or charged in connection with the incident [1].
“Police warn the behaviour is illegal and poses a safety risk to both the rider and motorists.”
This incident underscores the growing tension between the rapid adoption of micro-mobility technology and existing infrastructure safety laws. As electric scooters become more powerful, the temptation for users to bypass traffic on restricted roads increases, forcing law enforcement to shift from passive regulation to active public warnings to prevent high-speed fatalities.
