The charity Crimestoppers has today launched a new, three-week long campaign appealing for information about the illegal use of off-road bikes and other mechanically propelled vehicles across Wales.
 
Concerns have been raised by residents about off-road bikes being ridden dangerously in residential areas, parks, green spaces, and on pavements - often putting both riders and the public at risk.
 
This campaign encourages communities across Wales to share what they know with Crimestoppers 100% anonymously, with the aim of making streets and public spaces safer for everyone.

The new campaign urges the public to help keep communities safe by what you know about any off-road bikes being used illegally. Useful information includes:
 
The exact location, date, and time the bikes were seen
Any distinctive features: colour, make, or registration details
Where the bikes are stored
Who is riding them and what they were wearing
The names of those responsible for causing criminal damage or putting the public at risk
 
Hayley Fry, Wales Regional Manager for Crimestoppers, said: “Seeing off-road bikes being ridden recklessly through our communities is not only disruptive but extremely dangerous, and can lead to serious injuries or worse for both riders and members of the public.

“If you own or ride an off-road bike, including e-bikes and e-scooters, you must ensure you are complying with UK law. Please help to keep your community safe. Tell our charity anonymously who is involved in illegal off-road biking, putting lives and property at risk.

“We understand that it can take courage to pass on information, but by contacting Crimestoppers, you are helping to make Wales a safer place for everyone.”
 
To report crime 100% anonymously, visit the charity’s website Crimestoppers-uk.org and fill in a secure anonymous online form, or call their 24/7 UK Contact Centre on freephone 0800 555 111, 365 days of the year. In an emergency, always call 999.

Computer IP addresses are never traced and no-one will ever know you contacted Crimestoppers. For telephone calls, there is no caller line display, no 1471 facility and the charity has never traced a call.