Man arrested as police investigate stolen motorcycle

A man has been arrested after a motorbike was stolen from York.

However, the bike remains outstanding and police are appealing for information.

The black and yellow Fantic Performance motorcycle (pictured) was stolen from outside an address in the Burton Stone Lane area of York.

The theft took place between the evening of 11 January and the morning of 12 January.

It was later seen on the afternoon of 12 January with the registration plate removed, being ridden around Clifton.

A man in his 20s from York has since been arrested and released on bail in connection with the incident. Enquiries remain ongoing.

Officers are appealing for information about the location of the motorbike, which is still outstanding, and potentially now discarded or hidden.

As always, prompt reports of such anti-social driving involving motorbikes, quadbikes and mopeds, especially by riders not wearing helmets, may lead police to the suspects of this or other offences and prevent further crimes being committed.

Anyone with information about the theft that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1 and quote reference number 12220005941.

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