WEST Midlands Police’s new fleet of off-road motorbikes was put to good use on Sunday (July 16) when the team of officers seized three motorbikes after being deployed in Woodgate Valley, Bartley Green and Quinton.
The operation, carried out by officers of the new off-road motorbike fleet and a drone team, was in response to several reports of problem motorcycle riders in the area.
During the operation, officers seized three motorbikes and reported a number of people for driving offences in the Birmingham area.
A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “We’re not stopping there and will be out during the coming weeks to make sure that we continue to deal with the issues you have raised.
“It is illegal to ride any motorbike in public open spaces such as parks, play areas and on pavements.
“If a rider is caught using any type of off road motorbike or quad bike and causing a nuisance to others they are liable for prosecution and the vehicle will be seized.
“There will be no let-up in our efforts to combat anti-social biking as we head into the summer.”
You can watch West Midlands Police’s off-road motorbike fleet in action in Woodgate Valley below.
Police are urging anyone with information about bike related anti-social behaviour to report it to 101.
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
