Hundreds of bicycles recovered by Chester police

Dec 7 2009 Chester Chronicle

POLICE have recovered hundreds of bicycles, some of which are believed to be stolen, following two warrants.

Officers from the Chester Outer Neighbourhood Policing Team worked with officers from the Western rural to execute warrants in Jonathan’s Way, Blacon and at a farm in Hargrave on Thursday.

At the farm, officers recovered more than three hundred bikes. Some of which are believed to have been stolen.

A 49-year-old from Blacon was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods and was released on police bail until January 14.

Insp Steve Beddows of the Chester Outer Neighbourhood Policing Unit said: “Handling stolen goods encourages thefts and break-ins and we will continue to carry out warrants on premises we have reason to believe are being used to store these goods.”

Police are now appealing for the rightful owners to come forward and identify the bikes.

Insp Phil Hodgson of the Western Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “Anyone who believes their stolen bike may be part of this seizure can contact us to arrange a viewing. Anyone claiming a bike will need proof that it is theirs.”

Anyone who wants to view the bikes can contact Kevin Ferguson on 01244 612692.