- Bike thief jailed for 18 weeks
- June 17, 2013
-
A bike thief has been handed an 18-week prison sentence after being caught on CCTV. Jason Hyland, 41, of no fixed abode, was spotted taking a cycle from a rack in Manchester city centre on June 10th, and was sentenced a day later at Manchester City Magistrates' Court. Officers spotted him riding away on a bike on Corporation Street and … More
- Bike theft investigation launched by police
- June 13, 2013
-
Wiltshire police are appealing for witnesses after a spate of cycle thefts in Swindon. In the past month alone, six bikes have been stolen from the Brunel West car park in the town centre, which takes the total number of cycle thefts in the area up to 18 so far this year. It is believed the thieves are gaining access … More
- Cafe owner becomes cycle theft victim
- June 12, 2013
-
A frustrated cafe owner has bemoaned becoming a victim of bike theft after half a dozen cycles that were used by members of staff were stolen. Jon Amery, of Picnic Cafe in Butter Market in the town centre, bought seven bikes for his employees to use four years ago in a bid to do his bit for the environment. But … More
- Police issue unattended bike warning
- June 12, 2013
-
Cyclists in Northwich have been warned not to leave their vehicles unattended without ensuring they are securely locked. Police in the area have noted rising levels of bike theft in recent weeks and have issued advice to cyclists as a result. According to a report by the Northwich Guardian, the recent spate of cycle crimes kicked off on May 23rd … More
- Cycle tourism in Scotland
- June 11, 2013
-
According to a new report cycle tourism in Scotland is worth up to £239m. Transform Scotland, a campaign group that has been looking into the economic value of residents and visitors involved in touring and leisure cycling has set an aim to get Scotland branded as a “must visit” destination for cycle tourism. A recent report commissioned by Sustrans Scotland … More
- Bike theft initiative launched by police
- June 7, 2013
-
Sussex Police have offered cyclists the chance to get their bikes marked for free in a bid to deter thieves from taking their models. As part of the force's Operation Velo scheme, officers were at Bognor Regis High Street yesterday (June 6th) for the first marking session. The next opportunity for cyclists to get their bikes protected will be on … More
- Charity cycle ride overshadowed by bike theft
- June 6, 2013
-
A charity fundraiser has become a victim of cycle theft after thieves broke into his garage and took the four bikes that were inside the building. Stuart Fox raised more than £1,500 in aid of cystic fibrosis with a gruelling 24-hour charity ride, but his bikes were stolen from his property on Helsby Road on Wednesday last week (May 29th). … More
- Police offer safety tips to cyclists
- June 5, 2013
-
Police in Cambridgeshire have offered cyclists tips to help them avoid becoming the victim of a bike theft. Officers from the Mildenhall Safer Neighbourhood Team are hosting free bike marking sessions to encourage cyclists to take positive action to protect their models. According to a report published by the Cambridge News, there will be two sessions held on Sunday (June … More
- Charity cycle ride threatened by bike theft
- June 4, 2013
-
A bike theft near the south coast of England has thrown a charity cycle ride into doubt. Local publican Danny Keane had his cycle stolen from outside Tesco Express in Collington Avenue in Norman's Bay at around 22:00 BST on Tuesday last week (May 28th). The 26-year-old charity fundraiser stopped at the store to buy some milk on his way … More
- Police investigate ‘callous’ bike theft
- June 3, 2013
-
Police in Lancashire have launched an investigation after criminals stole 22 bikes from an education facility in Blackpool. Officers described the theft as "callous" and explained they are hunting for a group of people who might have been involved in planning the crime. PC Matt Walters noted 14 Kona Block red and black bikes with white wheel rims were taken … More