Seized: bike being illegally ridden on Wigan estate confiscated by police
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In the latest in a series of borough-wide clampdowns on the illict use of off-road vehicles – both anti-socially on public land and illegally on local roads – the electric two-wheeler was confiscated by neighbourhood officers in Platt Bridge.
A social media post from GMP Leigh, Atherton and Hindley read: “An electric KTM Motorbike has been seized on Woodcock Drive, Platt Bridge.
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Hide Ad"The vehicle was seized under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act due to the rider having no insurance and failing to display a number plate.
"Anti-social behaviour on off-road vehicles across the Abram ward is unacceptable and affects the wider community.
"We will continue to seize these types of vehicle when used illegally.
"If you own a similar vehicle and want to use it, be responsible and take it to a track!