Wanted man arrested following bicycle chase in Widnes
08:28 10/11/2026A wanted man who fled police on foot has been arrested after the pursuing officer commandeered a bicycle and quickly caught up with him.
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Off road and Illegal e-Bikes being used in the Park
Issued 23 October 2026
Sgt SANSON manages Op HANDLEBARS which is a Widnes based Operation focussed on the seizing of bikes and the identification and prosecution of the riders. Over 40 illegal vehicles of this type have been seized over the last 6 months.
Actioned 23 October 2026