Police chased motorbike riders in Rossendale. One rider faces charges like dangerous and drug driving.
Reece Rothwell got arrested on July 21. He faced charges like dangerous and drug driving. Rothwell was under cannabis influence. Rothwell, 18, appeared in court in February.
He comes from Victory Green, Newchurch. The court was Preston Magistrates. The court banned him from driving for two years. They seized his motorbike as well.
Rothwell must do 150 hours of community service. He also got fined £144. A drug rehabilitation order was issued too. Police could not identify other riders involved.
Police from Rossendale and Manchester patrol moors. A police helicopter also helps. They target anti-social off-road motorbike riders. Locals report off-road bikes often.
Walkers, farmers, and residents dislike them. Horse and dog walkers are also affected. These bikes bother people near the moors. Police say the bikes hurt wildlife and animals.
Noise and reckless driving bother residents. Rossendale police issued 50 warnings. These warnings target off-road motorbike riders. A police spokesperson said they won’t accept this behavior.
They will act against those who risk others. They ask the community to report illegal off-roading. Call 101 or report it online. Operation Centurion focuses on anti-social behavior.
Lancashire Constabulary leads this county-wide crackdown. Clive Grunshaw supports it, focusing on anti-social behavior. Partners also support the operation.