I did consider putting this into the 'bizarre things you are paying for' thread but realised that there would be too many comments for the commons. Manchester police are rolling out their newest weapon in the fight against crime...........................................Segways.
Greater Manchester Police bosses are considering buying two of the self-balancing electric vehicles, complete with GMP livery, sirens and blue flashing lights, to help them police the city centre.
Apparently there is some concern that it will make them look foolish.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2702637/They-laughing-stock-Fears-police-figure-fun-plans-equip-officers-patrol-SEGWAYS.html