Posted: Tue 19th Aug 2025

Appeal after rise in off-road bike use in South Flintshire

News and Info from Deeside, Flintshire, North Wales
This article is old - Published: Tuesday, Aug 19th, 2025

North Wales Police have issued an appeal for information following concerns over the illegal use of off-road style bikes in South Flintshire.

The vehicles include quad bikes and electric scooters, with officers reporting several locations where they are being used unlawfully.

Police say targeted patrols are already under way but are urging the public to help identify riders and vehicles.

A spokesperson for NWP South Flintshire said: “We are aware of a number of locations within the Flintshire South area where the illegal use of off-road style bikes is causing concern.

“We are intensifying our focus on the illegal use of these vehicles, and targeted patrols are taking place but we need your help. Dangerous and reckless driving on our roads will not be tolerated.”

Members of the public are asked to provide as much detail as possible when reporting incidents, including:

Location

Date and time

Description of vehicle, type and colour

Description of rider

CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage

Whether the rider or their address is known

Where the vehicle is kept

Reports can be made via 101 or using the webchat service: https://orlo.uk/U6PUD

 

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