London (July 2025) – Michael van Erp, better known online as CyclingMikey, is facing new backlash after multiple reports surfaced claiming he has been banned by the Metropolitan Police from submitting footage of motorists to their online reporting portal.
🚴‍♂️ Who is CyclingMikey?
Van Erp is a well-known figure in London’s road safety scene. Armed with a helmet cam and a passion for justice, he films drivers breaking traffic laws—especially those using mobile phones—and reports them to the police via the Met’s “Report a Traffic Incident” portal. His YouTube channel features many of these encounters, and he’s been linked to more than 2,000 reports since 2019.
His efforts have led to points, fines, and even driving bans for numerous offenders—including celebrities like Guy Ritchie, Chris Eubank, and Frank Lampard.
But his aggressive tactics have drawn criticism. Van Erp has been filmed confronting drivers face-to-face and standing in front of vehicles—leading some to accuse him of being a vigilante or even a public nuisance.
đźš« Has He Really Been Banned?
In recent days, social media posts have gone viral claiming that Van Erp has now been “ghosted” or blocked by the Metropolitan Police, meaning his submissions are being ignored or rejected.
One TikTok video claims:
“Cycling Mikey has been blocked and ghosted by metropolitan police”
Meanwhile, a post on X (formerly Twitter) reads:
“Cycling Mikey got banned from reporting drivers to the police”
At the time of writing, the Met Police have not confirmed or denied the claim. There has been no official statement, and major news outlets have yet to report on the situation.
⚖️ Mixed Public Reaction
Online reaction has been divided. Some argue Van Erp’s videos are a public service that improve driver behaviour, while others accuse him of harassing drivers for online fame.
On Reddit, one user commented:
“He’s very confrontational because he wants the views and clicks.”
While another added:
“The more people aware of road law enforcement, the better.”
Critics argue that his behaviour could be dangerous, while supporters say banning him sends the wrong message about road safety enforcement.
🕵️ What Happens Next?
Until confirmation emerges from the Metropolitan Police, it remains unclear whether the ban is real or temporary. If true, it would raise serious questions about citizen-led reporting, freedom of evidence submission, and public trust in road safety campaigns.
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