Police issue appeal for illegal off-road bikes in Flint

Police issue appeal for off-road bikes being used illegally in Flintshire <i>(Image: North Wales Police)</i>
Police issue appeal for off-road bikes being used illegally in Flintshire (Image: North Wales Police)
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NORTH Wales Police have confirmed reports of off-road bikes being used in Flintshire.

Bikes are being ridden illegally in Flint, predominately Coed Onn Road, Flint.  

An appeal has been issued seeking information from local residents.

These bikes are often:

  • Being ridden at high speeds

  • Ignoring road laws and safety regulations 

  • Showing no registration plates

  • Riding with no helmets

  • Excessive noise and disruption 

  • Endangering pedestrian's and other road users while also putting themselves at risk


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A police spokesperson said: "We take this issue very seriously and we are appealing to you for any information in regards to these bikes; Who is riding these bikes, where they are being stored, What times are they most active and where are they being ridden."

Anyone with information is encouraged to report through 101. 

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