Police are investigating several bike thefts in the Northallerton area.
The bikes were stolen despite being secured with locks.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “We are urging anyone who has bikes to ensure they are secured when left with a good quality lock.”
The following incidents have occurred:
Tuesday, September 7between 6.15pm and 9.20pm – a black and red Giant bike was stolen from Hambleton Leisure Centre, Northallerton.
Wednesday, September 8 between 9.45pm and 10.45pm – a silver Carrera was stolen from Hambleton Leisure Centre, Northallerton.
Monday, September 13 at approximately 8.45pm – two bikes were stolen from a Property on Boroughbridge Road, Romanby.
Between 6pm on Monday, September 13 and 9am on Tuesday – a light grey electric assist bike was stolen from Tesco Carpark, Northallerton.
If anyone has any information about these crimes, any suspicious activity in the area or have CCTV please report to the police immediately on 101 quoting incident number 12210201577.
Crime Prevention Advice
• Ideally, use two secure-rated locks for maximum security
• Lock both wheels and the frame (or wheel and frame with one lock)
• Always lock the frame to a solid object such as a cycle stand
• Two types of lock (chain/cable and D-lock are harder to break
• Remove all your cycle accessories every time you leave it unattended
• Do not leave your cycle insecure/unattended at any time
• Always leave your cycle in a highly visible placeNorthallerton
Neighbourhood Policing Team offer a property marking services, where bikes and other items can be marked and can also provide a cycle passport where all details of a bike can be added along with a photograph.
If you would like to utilise this service, please email SNANorthallerton@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk
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