SPARKS, Nev. (KOLO) - The City of Sparks is warning residents not to operate electric bikes and motorcycles in a dangerous way after a rise in crashes.

City Attorney Wes Duncan issued a statement Tuesday saying illegal and reckless dirt bike operations will not be tolerated.

“We are seeing a disturbing increase in unlicensed, high-speed electric dirt bike use in densely populated neighborhoods and high-traffic roadways,” said City Attorney Wes Duncan. “These bikes are not street legal and the way they are being operated, primarily by juveniles, poses a significant risk to the riders and the public. Although the City Attorney’s Office appreciates outdoor recreation, use of these electronic dirt bikes will not be tolerated in this manner in the City of Sparks.”

The city says the use of of

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