Five children between the ages of 14 and 16 have been arrested in Eastbourne in connection with recent motorcycle thefts.
Police recently launched Operation Terrain in a bid to identify and catch those responsible for the recent increase in thefts.
As a result of on-going enquiries, community reporting, and CCTV checks, in the last few days five teenagers all aged between 14 – 16 and from Eastbourne have been arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle.
A number of pieces of evidence have been found and two of the youngsters have since been bailed with robust conditions, including both non-association and curfew conditions.
Further enquiries have also revealed potential further suspects, as well as links to an investigation into theft and significant damage at a local golf club on the 8th July (if you have information about this incident please report online or call 101 quoting serial 602 of 08/07)
Police continue to carry out targeted patrols in known hotspots, gather intelligence and arrest offenders where possible; they're also encouraging members of the community to report any suspicious behaviour and any abandoned motorcycles.
Owners of motorcycles are also being advised to double-lock and chain their motorcycles securely and, where possible, store out of sight and install CCTV.
Anyone with information should contact police online or ring 101 quoting Operation Terrain.
For advice on how to protect your vehicle please visit our Sussex Police website.
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