POLICE in Northallerton are investigating several thefts of bicycles, which were secured with locks at the time.
The incidents took place on the following dates and times:
- On Tuesday, September 7 between 6.15pm and 9.20pm, a black and red Giant bike was stolen from Hambleton Leisure Centre
- On Wednesday, September 8 between 9.45pm and 10.45pm, a silver Carrera was stolen from Hambleton Leisure Centre
- On Monday, September 13 at about 8.45pm, two bikes were stolen from a property on Boroughbridge Road, Romanby
Between 6pm on Monday, September 13 and 9am the next day, a light grey electric assist bike was stolen from Tesco carpark, Northallerton
Anyone with any information, who saw any suspicious activity in the areas involved, or who has CCTV is urged to contact police immediately on 101, quoting incident number 12210201577.
Officers are urging anyone who has bikes to ensure they are secured when left with a good quality lock, and issued the following 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 place
Northallerton 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. To utilise this service, email SNANorthallerton@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk
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