Police have seized a scrambler bike and detained its rider in Haverhill, Suffolk, as part of ongoing efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour in the town. On Friday, 10 April 2026, officers from the Haverhill Community Policing Team, working with the specialist Sentinel interceptor team, spotted the bike being ridden without a number plate on the Clements Estate.
Officers used tactical contact to bring the vehicle to a stop. After the bike was stopped, the rider attempted to flee on foot but was detained following a short chase. The bike was seized under the Road Traffic Act, and the rider has been reported to court for driving without insurance, driving without a licence, and failing to stop for police.
This action is part of a wider push by Suffolk Constabulary to address complaints about reckless scrambler use in the area. Local officers, including community beat officer PC Jack Oakley, have regularly highlighted the dangers associated with these vehicles, noting that many are unregistered, uninsured, and ridden by people without valid licences or safety equipment.
The Clements Estate, a residential area built in the 1960s, has been a focus for these enforcement efforts. Authorities continue to work with community partners to address concerns about how and where these bikes are stored and operated within the town.
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