Three arrests made in connection with motorbike thefts in Eastleigh

Officers have now made three arrests in connection with two motorbike thefts in the Eastleigh area since the turn of the month.

A 21-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of theft of motor vehicle following a report of a stolen black Honda on Blenheim Road on Saturday 1 June. Incident number 44240229294 refers.

He has since been released on conditional police bail until Sunday 1 September, pending further enquiries.

Meanwhile, a 16-year-old boy and 18-year-old man, both from Southampton, were arrested on suspicion of theft of motor vehicle following a report of a stolen black Honda on Mitchell Road on Saturday 1 June. Incident number 44240229428 refers.

Both have been released on conditional police bail until Monday 2 September, pending further enquiries.

A further motorbike theft was reported on Longster Road on Saturday 8 June. 

During the incident, a black Suzuki was stolen. Enquiries remain ongoing in connection with the theft. Incident number 44240241898 refers.

If you have any information about any of the above incidents, which aren’t currently being linked, please contact 101 and quote the corresponding incident numbers, above.

You can also report online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, below;

How to tell us about an existing case or report | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary

Alternatively, please contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or via their website, below;

Independent UK charity taking crime information anonymously | Crimestoppers (crimestoppers-uk.org)

Our officers will continue to work hard to deter and prevent bike thefts, as well catch up with those suspected of stealing bikes. We want to ensure your property stays yours.

Just one of the ways we can do this is by sharing important crime prevention advice, including top tips which can make life harder for the criminals and ensure they don’t get an easy ride.

If you own a motorbike, or know someone who does, please take a moment to read and share the following useful information to help protect your property from thieves.

sbd-security-leaflet-motorcycles-scooters.pdf (securedbydesign.com)

In short;

• Lock
• Chain
• Cover
• Remove the keys
• Fit an alarm if you're able to
• Consider fitting a tracking system
• Security mark your bike
• Keep your bike in a shed or garage if you can