Police stop Wyre motorcyclist who tried to make a getaway for string of offences

A motorcyclist tried to make a getaway from Police with Wyre Taskforce.

Once they caught up with the rider, a string of driving offences were dealt with.

A police spokesperson said: “After failing to stop for Wyre Taskforce, this electric motorcycle rider decided to test out the bike’s range and acceleration.

“Unfortunately for them, neither was quite enough.

“A few minutes later, the rider was located, detained, and dealt with for failing to stop for police.”

The offences included:

• Driving without valid insurance
• Driving otherwise than in accordance with a license
• Failing to comply with a red light
• Failing to wear a helmet on a motorcycle
• Driving without due care and attention
• Driving a motor vehicle on a footpath.

“Turns out the battery wasn’t the only thing running low, so was their luck.” the officer added.