Police 'sting' bikes after they caused extensive damage to Lancaster playing field

Image of the bikes from Lancaster Area Police

Police took two off-road bikes out of action after they were ridden dangerously around a popular playing field.

Extensive damage was caused to the grass on King George's Playing Field at Slyne Road on Friday evening, said a spokesperson for Lancaster Area Police.

The spokesperson said police managed to 'sting' the bikes and pop their tyres to stop them.

"These bikes were being ridden around the field in a dangerous manner whilst also causing extensive damage to the grass, which is a well used are for local activities which will now have to be cancelled," said the spokesperson.

If anyone has any information about who was in possession of these bikes you can report anonymously at Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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