Witness appeal after motorbike incident in Havant

Police are appealing for witnesses after several teenage boys were reportedly seen riding a motorbike on Stockheath Road in Havant just before 9:15am on Sunday 22 September, before colliding with an officer who was on approaching them on foot.

The officer received injuries to his knee, but did not require hospital treatment.

A 14 year old boy was subsequently arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle, failing to stop, assault by beating of an emergency worker, going equipped for theft of a motor vehicle and dangerous driving.

Three other teenage boys, aged 14 and 15, were arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle and going equipped for theft of a motor vehicle.They have all been conditionally bailed until Sunday 22 December.

Police are keen to speak to anyone who saw any suspicious behaviour involving a black Honda motorbike, or who saw a motorbike of this description being ridden in the area at this time. Officers are especially interested to hear from anyone who has dashcam or doorbell camera footage which could assist their investigation.

If you have any information which could assist our enquiries, please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 44240407401.

Alternatively, information can be submitted via our website: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/