Have the serial number ready (under the footboard or in the manufacturer's app). Start with Step 1.
Call the Police & File a Report
Contact police immediately. Provide the e-scooter's serial number. You'll receive a case number for insurance. In Germany: 110. Internationally: 112 (EU), 999 (UK), 911 (US).
📞 110 (DE) · 112 (EU) · 999 (UK) · 911 (US)🔑 Report on checkste.com — GPS Alert
Enter the serial number on checkste.com (free, no app). When someone checks the serial number — e.g., a potential buyer — you instantly receive an email with the GPS location.
→ Report free on checkste.comUse the Manufacturer's App
If your e-scooter has a manufacturer app (Segway, Ninebot, Xiaomi Mi Home): mark as stolen and check built-in GPS tracking if available.
Notify Your Insurance
If you have e-scooter theft insurance, report the theft immediately. Have your police case number and serial number ready.
🛡️ Liability ≠ Theft coverage — check your policy📍 Where is the Serial Number on an E-Scooter?
• Under the footboard — most common location
• On the frame/handlebar — printed or engraved
• In the manufacturer's app — under device information
• On the purchase receipt — listed as "S/N" or "Serial Number"
Tip: Photograph the serial number and purchase receipt. Store in cloud storage.
🛰️ Why checkste.com After Police is the Most Important Step
Police search for stolen e-scooters — but with thousands of thefts daily, it's difficult. checkste.com makes you an active part of the search:
- Thieves sell e-scooters quickly — often on eBay, classifieds, Telegram groups
- Potential buyers check the serial number before purchasing
- On a match: you instantly get GPS coordinates + Google Maps link via email
- Police can act with precise location information
Frequently Asked Questions
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