what issues concerned you most in your area
Nuisance motorcycles being driven in particular through residential estates and on open land.
This occurs at various times during the day/ evening and on weekday and weekends.
Update 20.4.2012
Yesterday evening a further 2 calls were made in the May Tree area. On this occasion the bike was identified and seized. The rider was issued a warning under the Police Reform Act 2002 and also arrested for public order offences.
Update 18.4.2012
We have received several calls today regarding a large trials bike which has been seen around Crystal Peaks shopping centre, Ochre Dyke Lane and the May Tree estate. Unfortumately this rider has evaded officers when the area was checked however ongoing enquiries are being made to identify this person.
Update 16.4.2012
On a daily basis, Officers and PCSOs have patrolled areas where we have received reports of off road motorcycling/ vehicle nuisance. On the 13.4.2012, a male was identified driving in a careless and inconsiderate manner on Rother Valley Way, Sothall. He was issued a formal warning under the Police Reform Act 2002. On the 15th April 2012, Officers responded to a call regarding an off road bike at Westfield however were unable to trace this vehicle after checks were made.
Update 12.4.2012
Since the 4th April 2012, we have responded to just 1 incident involving a nuisance quad bike in the Occupation Lane area of Hackenthorpe. Unfortunately no bike was identified when patrols were made of the area.
Update 4.4.2012
An off road quad bike was reported today causing a nuisance on Darfield Avenue, Owlthorpe. Despite the area being checked immediately no such vehicle was seen.
Update 2.4.2012
2 Calls have been made to us today regarding off road motorcycles in the Smelterwood Crescent area of Stradbroke and Broadland Avenue area of Owlthorpe. No bikes were seen during checks of the area.
Update 29.3.2012
Officers have today responded to a call of a nuisance motorcycle around the Hopedale Road area or Birley. No bike was identified when checks were made.
Update 28.3.2012
On the 14th March 2012, a nuisance motorbike was reported on Frith Close, Intake. Unfortunately no bike was seen when officers checked the area for it.
On the 17th March 2012, 2 bikes were reported to be causing a nuisance on Rainbow Avenue, Hackenthorpe and Coisley Hill, Intake - the areas were checked immediately to no avail.
4 Nuisance bikes were reported to be causing a nuisance on the 18.3.2012 all of which were attended by local officers.
On the 24th March 2012, a bike was seized and driver warned under the Police Reform Act 2002 following numerous complaints in the Ballifield/ Handsworth Grange area.
Update 13.3.2012
Over the last 24 hours, two off road bikes have been seen in our area. The first one was quad bike which was spotted in Waterthorpe and the second one was an off road bike which was sighted in Handsworth. In each case the Police Helicopter was involved in pursuit of these nuisance vehicles. Please continue to contact us if you see or hear any of these types of bikes in your area.
Update 28.2.2012
Officers have responded to an incident of nuisance motorcycles in the Netherwood Avenue area of Hackenthorpe and Darfield Avenue area of Owlthorpe on the 26.2.2012. Unfortunately no bikes was seen when the areas were checked.
Update 23.2.2012
Whilst officers were on routine patrols today they spotted a mini moto being ridden around the Richmond Park area. Enquiries are underway regarding the identity of the rider.
Update 21.2.2012
Following a report regarding an off road motorcycle in the Ochre Dyke Lane area of Waterthorpe, Officers have checked the area to no avail.
Update 19.2.2012
Today officers have responded to 2 incidents of nuisance bikes in the Owlthorpe area. Unfortunately no bikes have been located when the area was checked.
Update 17.2.2012
Enquiries have been made today regarding land ownership at Handsworth following the report of nuisance bikes at Handsworth.
Update 15.2.2012
A male was today issued a formal warning under the Police Reform Act 2002 for riding a motorbike in a careless and inconsiderate manner on Woodhouse Lane, Beighton. This will remain valid for 12 months against the male and the vehicle.
Update 14.2.2012
No further bike incidents have been reported yesterday or today.
Update 12.2.2012
Officers have today responded to a nuisance quad bike incident on Weakland Crescent, Hackenthorpe. Unfortunately no bike was spotted.
Update 11.2.2012
A nuisance bike was spotted by community members at Handsworth today however made off prior to officers being able to stop it.
Update 10.2.2012
A nuisance bike has been reported on Weakland Crescent, Hackenthorpe today. Officers have attended to check the area however have not been able to locate it.
Update 9.2.2012
Officers have responded to an incident of nuisance motorcycles on the 7.2.2012, in the Edenthorpe Grove area of Owlthorpe.
Update 30.1.2012
The Safer Neighbourhood Area staff have not responded to any incidents regarding nuisance motorcycles since the 13.1.2012.
Update 13.1.2012
Officers have today responded to a call regarding an off road motorcycle on Ashbourne Road, Handsworth. No bike was seen.
Update 10.1.2012
Skelton Way, Woodhouse has been checked by officers as a result of a complaint of nuisance motorcycles.
Update 7.1.2012
Shirebrook Country Park off Stone Lane has been patrolled today following reports of off road motorcycles.
Update 5.1.2012
Today a male was seen riding an off road bike on Spa View Way, Hackenthorpe. Enquiries are underway regarding the identity of this male.
Update 3.1.2012
Today officers have responded to 2 calls regarding a nuisance bike off Stone Lane, Woodhouse. No bikes were found when the area was checked.
Updated 31.12.2011
In response to calls regarding a nuisance bike on Revill Lane at Woodhouse a male was issued a warning for riding a quad bike.
Updated 21.12.2011
Yesterday officers responded to calls of nuisance motorcycles where 2 bikes were seized and 2 males were arrested .
Update 15.12.2011
Today officers have located an off road motorcycle on Retford Road where the rider was issued a warning under the Police Reform Act.
Update 6.12.2011
Today officers have located an off road quad bike on Silkstone Crescent where the rider was issued a warning under the Police Reform Act.
Updated 28.11.2011
PCSOs and our police helicopter have today searched the Linley Lane area of Frecheville for a nuisance bike to no avail.
Updated 25.11.2011
Officers and PCSOs have today searched for 2 bikes at Charnock Wood Road and 1 on Revill Lane. No bikes were seized during these enquiries.
Update 21.11.2011
Today officers responded to a call of an off road bike in Hartland Park, Sothall. Unfortunately no bike was seen or heard when officers attended.
Update 31.10.2011
Over the past week officers have responded to numerous reports of off road motorcycling, particularly in the Westfield, Waterthorpe and Owlthorpe areas. On the 30.10.2011, officers were assisted by our force helicopter to search the surrounding areas. Officers also used long range cameras available to them to photograph from afar those responsible in an attempt to work with local landlords and schools to identify those responsible.
Update 24.10.2011
Today we have received several calls about an off road bike in the Westfield area. Officers were successful in locating this bike and subsequently seized it under the Police Reform Act 2002.
Update 21.10.2011
A male has today been issued a warning under the Police Reform Act 2002 following reports of nuisance motorcycles on Delves Road.
Update 20.10.2011
Officers have responded to calls of nuisance motorcycles in the Birley Spa Lane and Meadowcroft Glade area. As a result of enquiries at Meadowcroft Glade a male is to be issued a warning under the Police Reform Act.
Update 18.10.2011
Today officers have responded to a call of nuisance motorcycles on Moor Hole Lane, Mosborough. Unfortunately the bike had made off prior to officers arriving.
Update 16.10.2011
There have been 3 incidents involving nuisance bikes today at Beaver Hill Road, Bramley Lane and Mansfield Drive. Checks have been made imminantly at all 3 locations with negative results.
Update 15.10.11
Since the start of October, we have received a number of calls of nuisance bikes riding around in the area. On the 7th October, two riders were caught on Ochre Dike lane and issued with warning notices under the Police Reform Act. A further warning was issued on the 14th October to a rider caught on Wadsworth Avenue.
Update 10.10.2011
Over the past week officers have issued 3 warnings to riders and recovered 2 stolen motorbikes from the Woodhouse & Mosborough SNA.
Update 1.10.2011
Another rider was successfully stopped and issued a warning under the Police Reform Act after officers witnessed it being ridden erractically in the Shirtcliffe Woods area of Woodhouse.
Update 30.9.2011
We have today received a call regarding a nuisance bike in the Bramley Lane area of Handsworth. 3 males were arrested from this incident after the bike was identified as one stolen recently from the Severnside area of Sheffield.
Update 29.9.2011
A male was stopped riding an off road bike in the Shirtcliffe Woods area of Woodhouse today and received a warning under the Police Reform Act.
Update 28.9.2011
Checks were today made in the Bramley Lane area after reports were received of an off road bike. No bikes were seen or heard at the time checked.
Update 27.9.2011
We have received no calls relating to off road bikes today.
Update 26.9.2011
Officers conducted patrols around the Basegreen area after a report was received regarding an off road bike riding illegally near to Jaunty shops, Jaunty Way. Unfortunately the search proved negative.
Update 25.9.2011
Checks have been made in the surrounding areas of Myrtle Bank Farm after receiving reports of an off road bike in the area. No bikes were seen at the time of checking.
Update 24.9.2011
Today we have responded to 2 incidents involving off road bikes/ quads at Grange Lane, Handsworth and Ringwood Road, Sothall. On both occasions no bikes were identified.
Update 23.9.2011
Since the 20th there has been no incidents reported regarding off road motorcycles.
Update 20.9.2011
There has been 4 further calls relating to off road motorcycle incidents at New Cross Walk, Owlthorpe Lane, Stradbroke Road and the Pedley area of Westfield. All were attended within 5 to 10 minutes but no bikes were sighted.
Update 19.9.2011
Over the weekend we have received 3 calls of nuisance motorcycles. Officers responded to an incident of a quad bike being ridden around the Frecheville pond area on Friday where a warning was issued to the rider. The other 2 incidents at Woodhouse and Beighton were attended on Sunday where no bikes were found.
Update 15.9.2011
Special Constables have today issued a motorist with a warning under the Police Reform Act 2002 for driving their vehicle in a careless and inconsiderate manner at Drakehouse, Crystal Peaks.
Update 14.9.2011
Officers have today attended a further call of nuisance bikes at Heathlands Park, Halfway. Although no bike was present officers were in attendance with the local councillor who is now continuing enquiries into the suitability of the current "A" frame.
Update 12.9.2011
Over the weekend we have received 3 calls of nuisance motorcycles. From attending these incidents a warning was issued to a male for riding a bike in the Pedley Avenue area of Westfield.
Update 8.9.2011
Today officers were able to identify a male responsible for riding around the Springwell Grove area of Beighton. He was issued a warning for riding his scooter in a careless and inconsiderate manner
Update 7.9.2011
No nuisance bike incidents have been reported today.
Update 6.9.2011
No nuisance bike incidents have been reported today.
Update 5.9.2011
No nuisance bike incidents have been reported today.
Update 4.9.2011
Officers have today conducted an operation to tackle off road motorcycling. Officers were deployed in plain clothes and in plain vehicles to identify and track the paths of those responsible. Utilising our Police helicopter and long range camera we have successfully been able to identify offenders where further action will be taken. Our off road team were also deployed into the area with our own motorbikes to flush out those bikes in hard to reach areas. During the operation 3 warnings were issued to riders caught riding bikes in a careless and inconsiderate manner.
Update 3.9.2011
There has been an incident reported today of nuisance motorcycles however upon checking no bikes were found.
Update 2.9.2011
There has been no incidents of nuisance motorcycles reported today.
Update 1.9.2011
Officers have today responded to a nuisance bike in Shirtcliffe woods, Woodhouse where enquiries are ongoing regarding the seizure of this bike.
Update 31.8.2011
There has been an incident reported today regarding off road motorcycles in the Spinkhill area of Richmond. Using our Police helicopter we were successful in obtaining CCTV footage of the incident for further action to be taken.
Update 30.8.2011
There has been no incidents relating to off road bikes today.
Update 29.8.2011
There has been no incidents relating to off road bikes today.
Update 28.8.2011
Today officers have responded to 4 incidents of nuisance motorcycle incidents at Severnairs Road, Westfield and Station Road.Despite our quick response on all 4 occasions there were no bikes upon our arrival.
Update 27.8.2011
Today officers have responded to 3 incidents of nuisance motorcycle incidents at Holmshaw Close, Handsworth and Weakland Close, Hackenthorpe. Despite our quick response on all 3 occasions there were no bikes upon our arrival.
Update 26.8.2011
There has been no incidents of nuisance bikes reported today.
Update 25.8.2011
Officers have today conducted an operation to tackle off road motorcycling. Officers were deployed in plain clothes and in plain vehicles to identify and track the paths of those responsible. Utilising our Police helicopter and long range camera we have successfully been able to identify offenders where further action will be taken. Our off road team were also deployed into the area with our own motorbikes to flush out those bikes in hard to reach areas. At the Co-Op in Woodhouse village local PCSOs were present with South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue staff to show locals a new hazard perception simulator used as an educational tool. 30 Visitors attended where advice on home security was also given.
During the operation 5 warnings were issued to individuals, 3 home visits were made to addresses identified as being involved with off road bikes, 5 others were stopped and searched for prohibited articles.
Update 230811
Having received a call from a resident in Halfway another warning notice was issued to a rider in the Ox Hill area last night. Keep those calls coming please!
Update 220811
On Saturday a male was issued with a warning notice in relation to the use of a bike on the Friday on Weakland Crescent at Hackenthorpe. This was reported by a resident who was able to provide enough details that officers could do follow up work with the male.
Officers were busy on Sunday with 6 bike incidents reported. Officers attended each of these incidents and on several occasions bikers made off from the officers but at least this stopped their activities.
Update 190811
Last night officers held an operation to tackle nuisance motorbikes in our area.
This was a counter nuisance motor cycle initiative centred around the Handsworth & Woodhouse areas with cross border liasion with bordering SNAs, Fire Service, Off Road Police Cyclists, Long Range Camera Teams and Air support.
The operation involved enforcement patrols and engagement at Handsworth Recc.
Results of the operation were :
Illegal Off Roading home visits, warning letters and information packs.
ADM171 (warning notices) x 2 issued.
Hotspots patrolled.
Repeat caller reassurance visits (callers who regularly report to us nuisance motorbikes in their area).
Report on summons x 1
Further intelligence gathered.
We will be holding more of these operations in the future so please keep ringing us to give us information on 0114 2202020 or 0114 2963779. It is useful if you can provide us with information about the types and colours of bikes and any information about the riders including addresses or even just a certain road that the riders live on.
Update 15.8.2011
During the weekend we have responded to several nuisance motorcycle incidents. On Saturday 13th August officers used long range cameras to photograph a rider on fields off Station Road, Woodhouse. Further enquiries are underway regarding identifying this male so warnings can be issued and vehicles seized where appropriate. Later that day a bike was stopped on the Trans Penine Trail near Rother Valley where the rider was warned under the Police Reform Act.
On Sunday 14th August 2011 the long range camera was used again to identify males responsible for riding a stolen motorbike. The bike was recovered.
Update 12.8.2011
Officers have today seized an off road mini moto after it was being ridden on the Badger estate and Flockton fields area. The rider was also warned under the Police Reform Act. On the 10th August 2011, 8 petrol stations locally were visited with nuisance motorcycle posters encouraging vigilance regarding fuel sales.
Update 8.8.2011
Over the weekend we have received several calls of nuisance motorcycles, in particular around the Owlthorpe area. 2 warnings were issued to riders of bikes in the Handsworth area. Further enquiries are ongoing today in relation to calls regarding the Weakland area.
Update 01.08.2011
On Friday 29th July, a warning was issued to a male following reports of riding a off road bike around The Lea in Owlthorpe.
Update 25.7.2011
Over the weekend there have been 2 calls of nuisance motorcycles. One on the Badger estate, Woodhouse where the bike made off from officers and one on Richmond Park Road, Handsworth where officers attended and conducted an area search.
Update 22.07.11
Following reports of youths travelling at speed on and off Beighton Road, an officer attended and was able to stop one youth who was served with a warning notice.
Update 20.7.2011
On Sunday 17th July 2011, officers attended the Silkstone Road area of Hackenthorpe. 3 Bikes were identified as being involved in causing a nuisance in the area and were seized under the Police Reform Act. 4 Individuals involved in this incident have been reported on summons for motoring offences.
Update 140711;
On 120711 officers attended Wickfield Grove, Hackenthorpe following a report of a scooter being ridden eratically. A rider was located an issued with a warning notice. The caller was updated and consequently a Restorative Justice panel is to be arranged.
Update 03.07.11
Officers were on standby today to address the problem of nuisance motorbikes and have attended such incidents within sixty minutes of receiving the call, often a lot sooner. The pro-active work by officers is complemented by talks within local schools and work with a number of bike riders, work with petrol stations and restorative justice panels that have previously been established.
Update 21.6.2011
There have been further calls of nuisance motorcycles around Delves Road, Plumbley Lane, Donetsk Way, Deepwell Bank, Meadowcroft Glade, Grange Lane and Richmond Park. On all occasions a police resource was allocated to check the area.
Update 13.6.2011
Officers have continued to respond to incidents of nuisance bikes in particular around the Flockton and Ballifield areas of Handsworth and the Greengate Lane and Normanton Springs Road areas of Woodhouse this weekend.
Our Children and Young Person Officer PC Chappell also spent time last week in some of our local schools to educate pupils on the dangers of riding motorbikes and causing a nuisance when doing so.
Update 7.6.2011
Today a warning has been issued to a male following reports of riding a mini moto around the Goathland area of Woodhouse.
Update 2.6.2011
A rider of a Scooter has been issued a warning under the Police Reform Act today after it was seen being driven in a careless and inconsiderate manner.
Update 31.5.2011
Patrols have continued to take place over the bank holiday weekend with several incidents of nuisance motorcycles being reported in the Stradbroke/ Richmond Park area. A motorcycle believed to be the one involved was recovered from within Richmond Park.
Update 26.5.2011
Following the PACT meeting this evening it has been agreed with community members who attended that nuisance motorcycles are still a concern. This has therefore remained a PACT priority for us.
Update 25.05.2011
Throughout the weekend of the 24th and 25th May with regular patrols being conducted and callers being called back. One male was arrested in relation to the use of nuisance motorbikes, residents in the Sevenside area were also canvassed with advice also being given. Schools are also being engaged throughout the Woodhouse and Mosborough area.
Update 14.5.2011
Today PCSO Parkes has seized an off road motorbike from the Badger Close area of Woodhouse. The rider was issued a warning under the Police Reform Act 2002.
Update 10.05.11
The problem of nuisance motorbikes was once again addressed during Operation Kawasaki ; a total of five final warning notices were given and a motorbike was seized. This work was conducted as a direct result of a call from a member of the public and where possible feedback is given to members of the public to let them know what happened as a result of the call they made.
All avenues will be addressed in targeting nuisance motorbikes from criminal sanctions including arrest to the issue of anti social behavioural contracts, test purchase of petrol as well as education programmes. If you would like to assist in addressing this problem please ensure that you contact the 101 number should you see a nuisance motorbike rider.
Update 5.5.2011
Woodhouse Safer Neighbourhood Team has been extremely proactive in addressing motor cycle nuisance in the area. Operation Kawasaki has involved Police and Communities working together to identify offenders leading to prosecutions and vehicle seizures.
The noise is sometimes a significant issue but the main concern reported to the Police was damage to communal land, dangerous or inconsiderate riding through housing areas or woods and the implication of riding with no insurance or documentation.
Community groups have backed the initiative with accurate and timely information and reports. Local Community Officers have secured support from the Force Helicopter, Mounted Officers and officers from South Yorkshire Police Road Policing Group. It’s a real team effort.
One of the most innovative measures has been the use of telephoto lens cameras. The quality of photographic evidence has led to a number of arrests and successful prosecutions.
Acting Sergeant 160 Simon Kirkham leading the initiative commented : “The support from communities and partner agencies has been immense. Our telephoto lens cameras have been extremely effective and word has spread. We have seen reductions of nuisance biking in areas where we have used the cameras. It’s difficult to evade the cameras on the helicopter too. Our message is clear. If you ride in a nuisance or illegal fashion it will prove costly to offenders. There are better alternatives and some appropriate off road facilities in the County that would be safer”
Anyone wishing to report motorcycle nuisance can call the Police (01142) 202020 or Sheffield City Council on the 101 number .
Update 4.5.2011
Yesterday officers attended Junction Road at Woodhouse in response to a call of nuisance motorcycles. A bike was seized as a result of these patrols and the rider issued with a warning under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act.
Update 30.4.2011
Officers have today been patrolling the Owlthorpe area in response to calls of nuisance motorbikes on the fields and woodlands behind the estate. Unfortunately on this occasion no bikes were seen by officers.
Update 23.4.2011
Officers often have to attend open spaces and woodlands in response to nuisance motorcycles. When doing so the riders often see us arriving and quickly flee the area preventing officers from identifying them. Today officers have been out on pro active patrols making use of their long range cameras to capture images of off road bikers from afar where the riders are unaware of our presence. By doing this we are able to study the photographs and identify riders where they can be later visited and action taken.
One prolific rider was identified from photos and arrested for disqualified driving and dangerous and inconsiderate driving on the Richmond Park Estate. His bike was subsequently seized under the Police Reform Act.
Update 21.4.2011
Today a motorbike was seized from Dyke Vale Way following officers sighting it being ridden erratically on the estate. The rider was issued a warning under the Police Reform Act.
Update 20.4.2011
Today our mounted department have patrolled the Handsworth area where 2 males were identified as being involved in off road biking. Their details were taken and they were advised.
Update 17.4.2011
2 motorists were today issued warnings under section 59 of the Police Reform Act for riding off road bikes in the Handsworth area.
Update 16.4.2011
Officers have today responded to calls of nuisance motorcycles in the Handsworth area. Working with Handsworth Community Forum officers were able to identify a disqualified driver seen off roading on land near Quarry Lane, Handsworth.
Update 15.4.2011
PCSO Eklid-Singh has issued a warning under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act to an off road biker in the Moss Way/ Moorthorpe area following complaints of bikes being driven erratically.
Update 13.4.2011
PCSO Bly has attended an incident today of nuisance quad bikes on Jaunty Park. One vehicle has been identified with following enquiries to be made by officers in Derbyshire Constabulary.
Update 11.04.11
Yesterday, two petrol stations were visited to ensure that petrol was not being sold to people using motorbikes to cause a nuisance to the community.
Mounted branch and uniformed cycle officers also conducted patrols in the Woodhouse and Mosborough area, working in conjunction with other officers. As a result of this work, three motorbikes were seized, two warning notices issued with an anti social behavioural contract also being given to one of the riders.
This work will continue and it is asked that any sightings of nuisance motorbikes be reported to the SNT at Woodhouse, two reports yesterday led directly to the seizure of motorbikes with the riders being warned as to their future conduct.
Update 5.4.2011
Woodhouse & Mosborough Safer Neighbourhood Area regularly receive reports of off road motorcycles on spare land, residential estates and woodland areas. Over the warmer months officers will tackle these reports on a day to day basis as calls increase.
From information provided by the public and community groups officers have been able to intervene early as the warmer weather approaches. Operation Kawasaki, an operation designed to address off road motorcycles has been set up where officers will deploy to hotspot areas to identify those responsible, warn motorists and seize vehicles.
On Sunday the 3rd April 2011, officers worked again on Operation Kawasaki where 2 motorists were warned under the Police Reform Act following reports and sightings in the Intake area.
Further operations are planned to continue to tackle reports. If you have any information to assist us with the work we are doing or know of anyone who is repeatedly causing a nuisance with motorcycles/ know where they are being stored please let us know. Please contact PC 795 Tompkin on 0114 2963779.
Update 27.3.2011
Woodhouse & Mosborough Safer Neighbourhood Area regularly receive reports of off road motorcycles on spare land, residential estates and woodland areas. Over the warmer months officers will tackle these reports on a day to day basis as calls increase.
From information provided by the public and community groups officers have been able to intervene early as the warmer weather approaches. Operation Kawasaki, an operation designed to address off road motorcycles has been set up where officers will deploy to hotspot areas to identify those responsible, warn motorists and seize vehicles.
On Sunday the 27th March 2011, officers worked again on Operation Kawasaki where a motorist was warned under the Police Reform Act and another motorist had their off road bike seized following reports and sightings in the Handsworth area.
Further operations are planned to continue to tackle reports. If you have any information to assist us with the work we are doing or know of anyone who is repeatedly causing a nuisance with motorcycles/ know where they are being stored please let us know. Please contact PC 160 Kirkham on 0114 2963779.
Update 23.3.2011
Officers have today recovered a suspect stolen motorcycle from the Badger Estate, Woodhouse after it was seen by officers being ridden.
Update 20.3.2011
Woodhouse & Mosborough Safer Neighbourhood Area regularly receive reports of off road motorcycles on spare land, residential estates and woodland areas. Over the warmer months officers will tackle these reports on a day to day basis as calls increase.
From information provided by the public and community groups officers have been able to intervene early as the warmer weather approaches. Operation Kawasaki, an operation designed to address off road motorcycles has been set up where officers will deploy to hotspot areas to identify those responsible, warn motorists and seize vehicles.
On Sunday the 20th March 2011, officers worked on Operation Kawasaki where a motorist was warned under the Police Reform Act and their bike seized. A stolen bike was recovered utilising our Police Helicopter to film the incident and lead officers to the location it had been ridden to. Officers attended addresses of known nuisance motorcyclists, where information warning packs were issued warning of future action that will be taken if further reports are received, that they are using their vehicles in a careless or inconsiderate manner. These addresses have been identified from the support and information from the public, local Housing Authorities and community groups.
Looking at longer term problem solving our very own off road bikers were deployed into woodlands to look at weak areas where motorcycles are gaining access. Officers will be working with partner agencies such as Parks Countrysides and Woodlands and Sheffield City Council to address damaged fencing and the lack of bike "A" frames, which slow down/ prevent bikes gaining access into these areas. This should see a reduction in the number of vehicles gaining access to these hard to reach areas.
Local petrol stations are also now on board with regards to the sale of petrol and ensuring that details are passed to local officers where individuals are persistantly attempting to purchase fuel underage/ for nuisance purposes.
Further operations are planned to continue to tackle reports. If you have any information to assist us with the work we are doing or know of anyone who is repeatedly causing a nuisance with motorcycles/ know where they are being stored please let us know. Please contact PC 160 Kirkham on 0114 2963779.
Update 17.3.2011
It was reported at the PACT Meeting that nuisance motorcycles were making an appearance due to the warmer weather. It was decided that this would become the new PACT priority for the area.