Motorcycle Insurance

A motorcycle insurance customer in Manchester is in for a miserable Christmas this year after a chance encounter saw him lose his vehicle to police.

The youth decided to ride his mini-moto in an antisocial manner right outside a community centre, which was hosting a festive carol service.

However, he was soon made to regret his actions after he drew the attention of one attendee at the event who had the power to put a stop to his behaviour.

Police community support officer Brendan McNamara left the service to confront the youth, before calling on police to seize his vehicle.

The youngster was also issued with a referral order to attend Denton police station with his parents, where he will be given the option of either being summoned to appear in court or carrying out community service work.

Commenting on the incident, Police Constable Ian Rowley said it offered "a good example" of how police can work with residents to help reduce criminal behaviour.

"It is not our intention to make criminals out of young people unnecessarily, but there will be consequences for the small minority who chose to behave in an antisocial manner," he added.

Earlier this month, Greater Manchester Police warned parents not to invest in off-road motorcycles for their children this Christmas amid fears over an increase in antisocial behaviour.

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