A multi-force operation led by Pontardawe Neighbourhood Policing Team has seized fourteen high-powered e-bikes and scooters, with a fixed-wing aircraft used to track riders. Several of those identified have been reported for offences.
Off-road bikes seized in Cynon Valley operation
South Wales Police say their operation against illegal off-road bike use in the Cynon Valley is continuing, with a number of machines seized. Officers are urging residents to keep reporting incidents.
Illegal e-bike reaching 68mph seized in Morriston
An electric bike capable of speeds up to 68mph has been seized from a young person in Morriston by South Wales Police. The illegal motor-assisted pedal cycle was confiscated as officers tackled anti-social behaviour in the area.
Man charged as police seize bikes and weapon in Cardiff
A 33-year-old man from Newport was charged after officers seized a knuckle duster and pit bike in Ely during operations targeting illegal e-bike use across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
Police dog handler barred after magic mushroom import
Former South Wales Police officer Ryan Llewellyn, 41, has been barred from policing after being convicted of importing psilocybin from the Netherlands. He was sentenced to a community order at Newport Crown Court.
Swansea shoplifter given behaviour order in retail crime crackdown
A 46-year-old man has been made subject to a criminal behaviour order after repeatedly targeting shops in Swansea city centre. It is the sixth such order secured by the local policing team in two years.
Over 70 arrested in south Wales county lines crackdown
South Wales Police arrested 77 people, seized eight drug lines, and safeguarded 55 vulnerable individuals during a week of intensified action targeting county lines networks.
Free drinks for designated drivers during Six Nations
South Wales Police relaunches DES scheme offering free soft drinks to designated drivers at 30+ venues across the force area during rugby tournament.
15 arrested as South Wales Police seize knives in crackdown
Week-long Operation Sceptre sees arrests, weapons recovered and cocaine seized across south Wales.
24 illegal e-bikes seized in Cardiff crackdown operation
South Wales Police and Cardiff Council seize 24 illegal e-bikes and e-scooters in latest operation, with four arrests made including one for suspected drug offences.
Free drinks scheme for Christmas designated drivers
South Wales Police’s DES Scheme returns for fourth year, offering free soft drinks to designated drivers at over 100 venues across the region throughout the festive period.
Police seize 62 illegal e-bikes in one day across Cardiff
South Wales Police and Cardiff Council seize 62 illegal e-bikes and e-scooters in one day, including a modified mountain bike capable of reaching 90 mph – the fastest ever seized.
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