The rider of an electronic scrambler bike made an unsuccessful ‘get away’ as he tried to evade police yesterday evening (Tuesday, October 10).
Thames Valley Police said the male’s attempted escape was “slower than a tortoise” and his bike was seized in Marlowe Close, Banbury.
The rider was identified and dealt with by officers from Banbury Neighbourhood Policing Team.
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Electronic scramblers are illegal on public land and can only be ridden on private land
A police spokesman said: “We are aware of ongoing concerns from residents about anti-social behaviour caused by riders of such bikes.
“We are working hard to identify those involved and once we have the evidence required to identify the riders further action will be taken.
“We encourage you to report via 101 or via our website at https://orlo.uk/2TJY9
“Alternatively if have any footage of those involved this can also be emailed to us at banburytownnhpt2@thamesvalley.police.uk.”
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