Police arrest man and seize eight suspected stolen motorbikes from property in Derbyshire town

By Tom Hardwick
Published 25th Jul 2023, 16:33 BST
Updated 25th Jul 2023, 16:33 BST
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Officers recovered a number of suspected stolen motorbikes and arrested an individual in a Derbyshire town today.

Officers from the Belper, Heanor and Alfreton Safer Neighbourhood Teams attended an address on the John O'Gaunts estate in Belper today after receiving intelligence concerning motorbike-related anti-social behaviour in the area.

They discovered eight suspected stolen motorbikes which have now been recovered to be forensically examined. During their enquiries, a quantity of Class B drugs were also located inside the property.

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A 26-year-old male was arrested at the scene on suspicion of handling stolen property and possession with the intent to supply Class B drugs. He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

These bikes were recovered from the address.These bikes were recovered from the address.
These bikes were recovered from the address.

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Officers are keen to hear from anyone with information that may assist their investigation. You can contact Derbyshire Police using one of the methods below – quoting reference number 23*457048:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.