Plea to trace 'pride and joy' motorbike stolen in South Shields overnight theft
A motorbike, which was said to be its owner’s “pride and joy” has been stolen from outside a home in South Shields.
It happened overnight between Tuesday, October 15, and Wednesday, October 16, from outside an address at Bonsall Court.
Bizarrely, a push bike was left in its place.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: "At 9.42am on Wednesday, police received a report that a motorbike had been stolen overnight from an address in South Shields.
“Inquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible.”
If you can help police in their inquiries, contact 101, quoting reference 237 161019.