Koçiu emphasized that the ban remains in force and that there is no decision to lift the temporary ban.

The minister added that the State Police continues its daily monitoring on the ground to guarantee the full implementation of this instruction, in accordance with the official order for their ban.

Koçiu expressed gratitude to citizens for their cooperation and understanding in respecting this measure, which according to her aims to protect the safety and life, especially of the young people.

According to her, official data show a positive effect of the ban.

“The data provided by the State Police and trauma services confirm a significant decrease in the number of accidents during the period of its implementation”, said the minister.

Finally, Koçiu emphasized that the situation is being continuously assessed.

“The Ministry of Internal Affairs, in cooperation with the relevant institutions, is continuing to assess the situation to determine the most appropriate decision-making, focusing on the safety and life of every citizen,” she concluded. /m.q/j.p/p.s./

Speaking alongside State Police Director General Ilir Proda, Koçiu said the decision follows an increase in complaints and accidents involving e-scooters, particularly those affecting minors, elderly pedestrians and the riders themselves.

“We have received numerous complaints from citizens about the risks these vehicles pose, especially to children, the elderly and even the users themselves. Data from the State Police confirm a rising trend,” Koçiu said.

According to official figures, 991 e-scooter accidents were reported by emergency services in 2024, some resulting in serious injuries and fatalities.

Proda explained that a standard procedure has been adopted under the law on State Police to penalize the use of electric scooters on urban roads and sidewalks, including the administrative confiscation of such vehicles.

“From Monday, State Police will begin an operation to halt their circulation, and we ask for public understanding in this process,” Proda said.

Koçiu stressed that the ban will remain in place until a full regulatory framework is drafted. She added that rental companies have been warned not to expand operations.

According to Interior Minister, Albania’s move mirrors similar restrictions in other European countries including France, Italy, Germany, and North Macedonia, which have all imposed partial or permanent bans.

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