Video shows motorcycle with five people on Amapá highway A video circulating on social media shows an electric motorcycle carrying five people, including three children. The images were taken by occupants of a car that was passing along the Duca Serra highway, in Macapá. One of the children appears at the front of the motorcycle, between the driver's legs. The other two are sitting among the women. None of the occupants wear a helmet or any protective equipment. Bookmark g1 on Google and follow the main news from AP The presence of children in vulnerable positions increases the risk of sudden braking, falls or accidents. Driving a motorcycle without a helmet or with more passengers than permitted is a very serious offense, according to the Brazilian Traffic Code (CTB). The fine is R$293.47, with seven points on the National Driving License (CNH), immediate suspension of the right to drive and retention of the vehicle until regularization. READ ALSO: Operation carries out arrest warrants against faction leaders in Amapá and São Paulo Driver who ran over man at gas station in Amapá is arrested Risk of accidents The increase in the use of motorcycles and electric bicycles in Macapá worries the Military Police (PM). Videos show drivers committing infractions and making dangerous maneuvers. Most people travel without helmets, which increases the risk of accidents. The Military Police advises that cyclists use cycle lanes, which are considered safer as they have fewer vehicles. In all records, the drivers were without helmets. The equipment is mandatory for bicycles, motorcycles, mopeds and electric bicycles. None of the occupants wear a helmet or any protective equipment Reproduction/Social Media See the latest news from g1 Amapá VIDEOS with news from Amapá: