Masked e-bikers are 'intimidating' Pembrokeshire town, say locals
Dozens of complaints are being made on social media about the riders by angry residents of Pembroke Dock, who dubbed them 'incredibly intimidating' and 'cowardly'.
There have been claims that the youths have been 'mugging' and 'attempting to rob young girls' and have been brandishing metal bats and soft air pistols.
Calls have been made for police to take action against the youths, who one person described on social media as 'wannabe little gangsters'.
Dyfed-Powys Police has now issued a response to the concerns and is urging people to provide information to help them identify the e-bikers.
A spokesperson for the force said: "Dyfed-Powys Police has been made aware of community concerns relating to masked e-bike riders in the Pembroke Dock area.
"While reports of violence have been received by the force, initial enquiries indicate that no physical violence – including robberies or muggings – have taken place.
"Officers continue to investigate reports of verbal threats and anti-social behaviour linked to e-bike riders in Pembroke Dock and are working to identify those responsible and ensure they are dealt with appropriately."
They added that senior Dyfed-Powys Police officers in Pembrokeshire, known as BCU (Basic Command Unit) commanders are also 'working alongside partner agencies on a co-ordinated response to the ongoing concerns'.
Inspector Celt Thomas said: 'I want to reassure the community of Pembroke Dock that we are taking these reports seriously and are working hard to identify those responsible.
"I understand the distress that these reports have caused to local residents, and want to be clear that threatening and anti-social behaviour has no place in our community.
'We do not believe this group of riders are targeting any particular group within the Pembroke Dock area, but we urge anyone who witnesses any antisocial or threatening behaviour to report it to us.
"If you have any information that could help us identify the e-bikers responsible, please get in touch.'
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