03-08-2025
Vehicles seized in air-assisted operation to tackle anti-social behaviour
Police have seized a number of vehicles in an air-assisted operation to tackle anti-social behaviour.
They were patrolling hotspot areas where locals had raised concerns as part of Operation Hurricane.
Officers run patrols daily as part of the operation to tackle vehicles being used to put others in danger and cause them misery.
Bolton police patrols were assisted by the National Police Air Service in the operation.
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Over the course of the day, three vehicles were seized - an off-road bike, a Sur-Ron bike and an e-scooter.
A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said: "Officers have been patrolling hotspot areas where off-road bikes are being used, assisted by the National Police Air Service HQ.
"The anti-social use of these vehicles causes much concern within communities.
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"Districts run daily operations as part of Operation Hurricane to deal with those who cause danger and misery to people using the region's roads and open spaces.
"As a result of today's operation, an off-road bike, Sur-Ron bike and an e-scooter have been seized.
"If you have any information about those using off-road bikes, you can contact the independent charity, CrimeStoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or via their website."
