Man arrested after stolen bikes and weapons seized in Croxteth
An 18-year-old man has been arrested and a haul of suspected stolen electric bikes and dangerous weapons seized
An 18-year-old man has been arrested and a haul of suspected stolen electric bikes and dangerous weapons seized following a police investigation in Croxteth.
At around 8.25pm on Tuesday 17th June, Merseyside Police officers on patrol in Altcross Road attempted to stop a man riding an electric Surron motorbike on the pavement. The rider failed to stop and fled the scene.
Following enquiries, officers attended an address on Callestock Road on Friday 27th June, where the suspect was detained. Two suspected stolen Surron bikes and a moped were seized, along with a number of weapons including knives, a machete and a Samurai sword.
The 18-year-old, from Croxteth, was arrested on suspicion of three counts of theft of a motor vehicle, dangerous driving, failing to stop, driving without insurance, and possession of offensive weapons in a private dwelling. He was taken to a police station for questioning and has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue.
Chief Inspector Jordan Quinn said: “This arrest followed extensive enquiries into the incident in Croxteth, and we will continue to investigate.
“Tackling the issue of the criminal and anti-social riding of electric bikes in Merseyside is an absolute priority and we will always take action to remove dangerous riders and their vehicles from the roads. You can expect to see a lot more proactive work in the coming weeks and months, as we look to target those who put our communities at risk.
“The weapons seized are also a reminder that such incidents are often connected to other suspected criminality, so it is imperative that anyone with information comes forward so we can continue this work and reduce the harm on our roads and green spaces.”
Merseyside Police are urging anyone with information to get in touch via their social media desk on X @MerPolCC or on Facebook at ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’. Reports can also be made through the police website at merseyside.police.uk or by calling 101.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form.