Connecticut municipalities have begun confiscating and destroying dirt bikes and ATVs that are ridden illegally. Under a new state law, cities and towns can seize and impound the vehicles. New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker (D) was on the scene Friday to watch as some of the bikes were crushed. He said street takeovers and unsafe driving have become a quality-of-life issue for his city. “These vehicles are really expensive, and I'm sure the people who buy them know that,” Elicker said.