A trio of would-be bike thieves were caught on camera attempting to steal an e-bike in London using an angle grinder. Despite their bold effort, the thieves were forced to abandon their mission after several minutes, unable to break through the LITELOK X1 securing the bike.
The incident, which occurred in broad daylight, highlights the resilience of the high-security lock. The LITELOK X1 showed minimal damage, with only one side partially cut, remaining locked tight and successfully thwarting the thieves’ plan.
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The footage of the incident, which has since circulated online, demonstrates the durability of the lock under extreme conditions, even against tools as powerful as an angle grinder.
A spokesperson for LITELOK commented:
“This incident underscores the importance of investing in high-quality locks to protect bikes and e-bikes. The LITELOK X1 is designed to withstand aggressive attacks, and we’re proud it performed as intended in this real-world scenario.”
Bike theft remains a common issue in urban areas, with criminals often targeting expensive e-bikes. This incident serves as a reminder to cyclists to use robust security measures to deter theft.
The would-be thieves fled the scene empty-handed, and authorities are urging anyone with information about the attempted theft to contact local police. Meanwhile, the incident has sparked conversations about urban bike security and the role of advanced technology in crime prevention.
