Four men have been arrested after eagle-eyed officers spotted a motorbike theft in progress in Dartford.
At about 11.15pm on Tuesday 4th November, patrols in University Way observed a Land Rover Discovery with its boot open speeding past them. Officers pursued the vehicle and discovered a motorbike lying on its side at the roadside. To ensure public safety, a lane of the carriageway was temporarily closed while the bike was recovered.
Officers made enquiries at a nearby business, where staff confirmed the motorbike had been stolen and provided details of the suspect vehicle. These details were shared with other patrols.
In the early hours of Wednesday 5th November, the vehicle was located in West Kingsdown. Officers attempted to stop it, but the vehicle failed to stop. Following a pursuit, it was brought to a halt in Dartford Road, Farningham. It was found to be on false plates.
Four men, aged 20, 21, 22 and 20, were arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle. Three men have since been bailed and a 20 year old man remains in custody.
