13-year-old biker held after trying to outrun police in Doncaster chase

By Darren Burke
Published 31st Oct 2023, 15:58 BST
Updated 1st Nov 2023, 09:52 BST
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A teenage nuisance biker was held by police after a “full-on” pursuit across Doncaster, officers have said.

The 13-year-old was caught after trying to give police the slip.

A force spokesman said: “We spotted the rider trying door handles of cars in Doncaster.

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"Bit of cat and mouse around the city and then out into the sticks for a full on pursuit.

Police cornered the biker after a lengthy pursuit across Doncaster.Police cornered the biker after a lengthy pursuit across Doncaster.
Police cornered the biker after a lengthy pursuit across Doncaster.

"After several red lights, he gave up the chase.

"The 13 year old rider was dealt with for a multitude of offences.”

Police said it was the second time a bike had been removed from the rider in a matter of months "due to repeated complaints from the community.”

And the spokesman added: “The same person also has a Tik Tok account where he films himself and others riding illegally, gloifying their actions.”

Anyone wanting to report nuisance bikers in Doncaster should contact South Yorkshire Police on 101.