Arrest made and three bikes seized after operation dealing with anti-social behaviour and use of bikes takes place in Stockport
Police in Stockport have made an arrest and seized three bikes as part of Operation Hurricane, targeting anti-social behavior involving motorbikes, e-bikes, and quadbikes. A man in his 40s was arrested for failing to appear in court and remanded. The operation, driven by data, focuses on high-risk areas in Greater Manchester, including Stockport, Bolton, Rochdale, Salford, and Wigan. Chief Inspector Clare Ryle emphasized the community's concerns and the dangers posed by reckless bike use. Over 500 incidents have been reported since June 2024, resulting in over 50 arrests and 125 bike seizures across Greater Manchester.
Stockport police seized three bikes and arrested a 40-year-old man during the first week of Operation Hurricane, the latest phase of Greater Manchester’s crackdown on anti-social riders who tear through parks and housing estates on motorbikes, e-bikes and quadbikes.
Officers carried out four stop-and-searches in the borough between daily patrols that target the districts and routes identified by analysts as the worst-hit for anti-social behaviour incidents. The arrested man was wanted for failing to appear at court and has been remanded in custody.
Chief Inspector Clare Ryle warned riders that the summer-long blitz will continue: “Many people feel threatened and intimidated by young people on these bikes, particularly when they wear hoods and other face coverings. It is also exceptionally dangerous for those young people and anyone they may encounter.” She said a rider detained at the weekend after a short pursuit had no licence or insurance; his bike was impounded and he will be summonsed to court. Sgt Rachel Walton’s local team, supported by Specialist Operations colleagues, “will be working throughout the summer to ensure we proactively deal with this matter,” Ryle added.
Since the force-wide operation began in June 2024, officers have responded to more than 500 incidents, seized over 125 bikes and made more than 50 arrests across Stockport, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale and Wigan. Residents can report offences on 101, via LiveChat, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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