Off-road biker arrested for 'multiple offences' after tearing around Fenton
Police have arrested a nuisance biker for 'multiple offences' after he was seen tearing around Stoke-on-Trent. Officers were alerted to the anti-social riding in Fenton yesterday (November 29).
Now they have confirmed that the suspect was wanted for offences dating back to August and he has now been detained. Details of his age and address have not yet been released.
The news comes after Staffordshire Police have repeatedly deployed a plane and helicopter to clamp down on anti-social riding across North Staffordshire.
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Sharing details of the incident on social media, the newly-formed Staffordshire Road Crime Team said: "Off road motorcycle seized in Fenton yesterday, by proactive patrols. Male was arrested as he was wanted for multiple theft offences dating back to August!"
Staffordshire Police are working with Stoke-on-Trent City Council as part of Operation Transom to target riders who damage public green spaces and put the public at risk. Part of this work has seen increased patrols around hotspot areas.
PC Nick Davies, from Stoke North local policing team (LPT), said: “We take reports of anti-social behaviour very seriously and nuisance bikers are a constant source of concern for our communities."
To report nuisance bikes in your area, email the council at OperationTransom@stoke.gov.uk or call 01782 233400. Alternatively, contact Staffordshire Police on www.staffordshire.police.uk or by calling 101.