ESSEX Police are aware that in the summer months there is an increase in reports of motorbikes – both petrol and electric – being used in public spaces. They are especially interested in hearing where the fully electric motorbikes are being stored.

These bikes are often unregistered and can be driven in an antisocial manner which causes people alarm and frustrates law abiding motorists. They are asking for the public’s help to build up an intel picture about where these bikes are being routinely stored and used.

PC Emily Cross, from Harlow Community Policing Team, said: Essex Police is aware and share the frustrations of the public regarding these vehicles.

“We are hoping to get support from the public to identify where these bikes are being stored, as often they are stored in gardens or garden sheds, or even hidden under tarpaulins in quiet areas. We are aware of them in use, but the key piece of information that we are missing is where they are being stored when not in use.

There is legislation we can utilise to seize these vehicles from the private addresses, and we are keen for the public to come forward to us with information. Please email [email protected]’