Dramatic scenes as police catch up with riders believed to be using stolen motorbike in Sheffield
“We know that those who use the roads in stolen vehicles are far more likely to take extreme risks and endanger the public”
This was the scene as officers caught two men believed to be travelling on a stolen motorcycle in the act.
Details of the incident in Sheffield have been shared by South Yorkshire Police, as the force issued a warning against using stolen vehicles - branding it “reckless, dangerous and unacceptable”.
A force spokesperson said: ”Roads policing officers from SYP Operational Support used tactical contact to stop two men on a stolen motorcycle in Sheffield.
“The riders, who had removed the registration plates and were not wearing helmets, were unaware of the officers’ presence who continued to monitor their movements and assess the escalating risk.
“The two men fled, but officers took pursuit and quickly had them under arrest.”
South Yorkshire Police say the two men alleged to have been involved in the incident have since been charged with driving offences and theft of a motor vehicle and will appear in court next month.
The SYP spokesperson added: “We know that those who use the roads in stolen vehicles are far more likely to take extreme risks and endanger the public, showing a complete disregard for innocent road users...our officers will take decisive action to detain them and protect our communities.”