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Antisocial behaviour and illegal use of off-road bikes

Dear Resident,

Officers and specialist teams in Coventry are working hard to crack down on antisocial behaviour and issues that we know are having a really negative effect on the local community.  
Over the summer months, we unfortunately see an increase in the number of reports of illegal use of off-road bikes, quad bikes, and scooters across the city. We need you to report where you are seeing antisocial and illegal use of these vehicles.

To those using these vehicles or if you know someone who has one, we want to be clear. Dangerous and reckless driving of a vehicle in a public space will not be tolerated by West Midlands Police. Your vehicle will be seized and crushed if you do not follow the law. You can also be arrested, prosecuted, and given a fine.

Did you know?

  • Driving or riding on quad bikes, three-wheeled bikes, trail bikes, and some other two-wheeled vehicles in public parks, or publicly-owned land without permission is illegal. 
  • Before you drive or ride a motorbike, you must have the correct driving license, have valid insurance, have a valid MOT, and must be the minimum driving age.
  • To drive a quad bike on the road, it must be approved, registered, taxed, and have a MOT (if required). You must also register this with the DVLA and have number plates attached to the front and back.

    • What we’re doing about illegal off-road bikes and other illegal vehicles:

    We have a specialist team of off-road motorcyclists who can enter public parks, paths, and wastelands to track down offenders. We also have trained more officers to carry SelectaDNA spray which helps local teams forensically mark and track offenders.

    We are listening to the concerns of local residents and businesses. We have carried out numerous off-road bike operations across the West Midlands, and have seized multiple off-road bikes. We have also released a new information leaflet and warning posters asking the public to report illegal use of off-road bikes in their area.

    Thanks to your reports, we've recently had great success in the Holbrooks and Longford area, read more about it here. 

     

    To those that are so negatively affected by this type of activity, we need your help to track down illegal off-road bikes and other vehicles. If you spot off-road bikes in a public space or know the location where off-road bikes are being stored, please get in touch using the different options below. 

    You can report a range of antisocial behaviour to Coventry Council by reporting online or by calling 08085 834333

    Other ways to report antisocial behaviour in your area

    You can report crime 100% anonymously on the Crimestoppers helpline 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

    Tell us what you know by completing a form online here or by calling 101. If you believe life is in danger please call 999.

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