{"id":15937,"date":"2023-02-09T13:49:40","date_gmt":"2023-02-09T13:49:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/?p=15937"},"modified":"2023-06-25T17:07:30","modified_gmt":"2023-06-25T17:07:30","slug":"what-to-do-if-your-electric-scooter-gets-stolen-how-to-prevent-scooter-theft","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/escooternerds.com\/what-to-do-if-your-electric-scooter-gets-stolen-how-to-prevent-scooter-theft\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Do If Your Electric Scooter Gets Stolen [How To Recover It + Prevent Scooter Theft]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the use of electric scooters rises, so does the incidence of theft. From multiple conversations with owners who experienced theft and sometimes recovered them, I realized that not everyone knew how to act in that moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we will go through everything you need to do if your scooter is stolen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What to do if your eletric scooter gets stolen?<\/h2>\n\t\t

If your electric scooter is stolen, talk to the police, file a report, and inform others. Check local e-scooter stores and pawn shops. Proper storage, strategic parking, and strong security gear are key precautions to deter theft.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tips on what to do if your e-scooter gets stolen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If your scooter gets stolen, follow these steps for the best shot at recovering it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep your cool and act fast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Staying calm is crucial after a frustrating event like your e-scooter being stolen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Panicking won’t improve the situation or retrieve your scooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is you’re unharmed, and acting swiftly increases the chances of recovery. Stay calm to think rationally and take the next crucial step…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

File a complaint<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Immediately contact the local police to report the theft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Provide essential details like when, where, and how it happened, along with the scooter’s serial number and description. If registered, it aids tracking and includes all available documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Submit a photo of the stolen scooter to the police, along with any evidence left behind, like a piece of the lock. For a quicker report, use online filing from your phone or computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, once my Xiaomi scooter<\/a> got stolen and at first I didn’t know what to do. Luckily, my friend suggested filing a complaint and after one week the police found my scooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Track your electric scooter with a tracking device<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If your e-scooter has a GPS tracker or an AirTag, your chances of recovery increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These devices allow tracking even after the theft. If you locate your scooter, involve the police instead of attempting retrieval yourself to avoid conflicts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your scooter lacks GPS or tracking, contact the police for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check local pawn shops<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Visit local pawn shops to check for your stolen e-scooter, as thieves often sell them there for quick cash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, check local e-bike shops, online marketplaces, and the civic center, where stolen electric vehicles may be found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inform local e-scooter stores about your stolen scooter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes thieves aren\u2019t that clever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The person who’s stolen your scooter will likely drop by some of the local e-scooter stores at some point to get some accessory for \u201ctheir\u201d ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inform your local e-scooter shop staff about the theft and provide them with flyers to heighten awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get the word out<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Text your friends about the stolen e-scooter to increase vigilance, especially if it’s registered and they know its identification mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make an insurance claim<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your electric scooter is insured<\/a>, call your insurance company after filing a police report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If recovery efforts fail and you have comprehensive coverage, the insurance company will provide a check for the present value of your scooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, if you\u2019ve already obtained homeowner\u2019s insurance, know that this policy may provide additional vehicle theft coverage too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, if you\u2019ve been lucky and never found yourself in this type of situation, but you worry that your e-scooter might get stolen, just keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips on how to prevent your electric scooter from getting stolen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is no guarantee your ride won’t get stolen, but you can minimize the risk with adequate security precautions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the simplest and wisest ones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n