Police seize motorcycle after rider flees through school grounds
Police seized a motorcycle after its rider failed to stop in Cleveleys and fled through the grounds of Rossall School following reports of dangerous riding along the promenade.
Officers stepped up patrols around Rossall School on Tuesday evening following reports of motorcyclists riding dangerously along the promenade between Cleveleys and Fleetwood.
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Lancashire Police said officers had been responding to community concerns about a group of three males using motorcycles in an anti-social and dangerous manner in the area.
During the operation, officers attempted to stop one of the motorcycles, but the rider failed to stop for police and later abandoned the bike before fleeing through the grounds of Rossall School.
A large police presence was seen around the school while officers carried out searches for the suspect. Despite extensive enquiries, the rider managed to evade capture.
Police confirmed the motorcycle was safely recovered and seized.
A spokesperson from Fleetwood Police, said: “Officers attempted to stop a motorcycle which failed to stop for police.
“Officers had been actively patrolling the area following community concerns regarding a group of three males riding motorcycles dangerously along the promenade between Cleveleys and Fleetwood.
“The motorcycle was safely recovered after the rider abandoned it and made off through the school grounds.
“Despite extensive searches, the rider unfortunately managed to evade capture at this time. Thankfully, we have seized the bike - meaning one less dangerous vehicle on the roads tonight.
“Enquiries remain ongoing.We’d like to thank the local community for their patience and understanding during the incident.”
Anyone with information relating to the incident is asked to contact Lancashire Police quoting Operation Centurion.