Appeal following theft of a bike in York

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information in relation to a bike theft that occurred on Holgate Park Drive.  

The incident happened outside Gateway 1 on Holgate Park Drive at approximately 1.30pm on Wednesday 10 May 2023.

Two teenagers used an angle grinder to break the lock to a bike. The suspects are described as being approximately 16-years-old and were wearing dark clothing. One of the then had a black backpack and the other had a body bag over his right shoulder.

The stolen bike is a Boardman, SLR 6 speed road bike. It has a blue frame, dropped handlebars, a bell, white reflector to front handlebars and a red to rear seat.

Police are now requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident. Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email [email protected].

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Neil Seth.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230083961 when passing information.