Masked Biker Sought by Police After Brick Thrown at Police Car
Police in Gwent are seeking information after one of their vehicles was targeted by an unknown individual outside a police station. The incident occurred around 3.10 pm on Wednesday, October 30, on Aberthaw Road in Newport. The culprit threw a brick at a marked police car parked outside the Alway station, causing damage to the car door. Fortunately, there were no officers inside the vehicle at the time of the incident.
Authorities are keen to speak to a person captured in an image, who was spotted in the vicinity during the event. The individual, wearing a mask and a dark North Face coat, was riding an orange off-road bike. Superintendent Jason White remarked that such acts of vandalism not only affect police operations but also impact the community’s safety. Damaged police vehicles need repairs, which in turn require taxpayer funding, diverting resources from crime response.
The police are urging anyone who recognises the person in question or has information about the incident to come forward. They can contact the authorities via the official website, call 101, send a direct message on Facebook, or quote log reference 2400361548. Alternatively, individuals can provide information anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
Acts of vandalism against law enforcement vehicles hinder their ability to serve and protect the community. The police are working diligently to investigate the case and are seeking the public’s cooperation in identifying the responsible individual. Your assistance can help ensure that such incidents do not go unpunished, safeguarding both police resources and public safety. Let’s work together to maintain a safe and secure environment for all residents.