Newtownabbey: scrambler seized as police respond to residents' complaints

Police in Newtownabbey are urging scrambler riders to use designated areas for the activity after seizing a bike on Wednesday evening (May 15).

In a statement, the PSNI said the the scrambler was being ridden in fields at the back of the Grange estate, Ballyclare.

Police added: “We have received calls frequently over the last month about how these scramblers are being ridden on this land and are causing annoyance to local residents.

Police image of a seized scrambler. Photo: PSNIplaceholder image
Police image of a seized scrambler. Photo: PSNI

"The rider was also not wearing any safety equipment which put themselves at risk of serious injury. We have since signposted the rider to local and legal areas which are specifically designed for them to enjoy this activity.”

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