25/08/2026
| Yesterday, the team carried out a further operation as part of Operation Tollense, which aims to reduce the use of e-scooters and off-road bikes on our street, identify those responsible for such offences, and support investigations into the theft of motorbikes.
Following a foot chase and two e-scooters failing to stop for officers, a 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply and possession of an offensive weapon. He has since been released on bail while enquiries continue, including efforts to identify the two riders who failed to stop.
The team has also developed intelligence relating to individuals believed to be responsible for riding dangerously on stolen motorbikes. Work is now underway to progress this investigation and identify those involved.
Our work under Operation Tollense will continue, with officers taking positive action to tackle dangerous and illegal use of e-scooters and stolen motorbikes and to identify those responsible.
If you have information about the illegal use of off-road bikes, stolen motorbikes, or e-scooters, please continue to report it to use. Your information helps us target those causing harm in our communities.