Police Scotland has seized unregistered quad bikes in Alyth following concerns from residents about the anti-social use of off-road vehicles on public roads and in public places around the town. One vehicle owner has been reported to the Procurator Fiscal.
Patrols stepped up in response to community concerns
Officers from Police Scotland's North Perthshire Community Team increased patrols in and around Alyth after members of the local community raised concerns. The policing operation involved both high-visibility patrols and plain-clothes officers, leading to the seizure of unregistered quad bikes.
Offence warning and potential consequences
Police Scotland has warned that using an unregistered vehicle on a public road or in a public place is an offence, and those found doing so could face vehicle seizure, fines and prosecution. The issue of anti-social and illegal use of off-road vehicles has been highlighted by Police Scotland in other parts of the country, with warnings that such behaviour can pose a danger to road users, pedestrians and those riding the vehicles.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “In response to concerns from the residents of Alyth about the use of off-road vehicles being used in an anti-social manner on the public roads and in public places around Alyth, officers from the North Perthshire Community Team, carried out high visibility patrols along with plain clothes patrols in and around the Alyth area.
“This has led to unregistered quad bikes being seized, with the owner being reported to the Procurator Fiscal.
“Using an unregistered vehicle on the public roads or in a public place is an offence that can result in vehicle seizure, fines and prosecution.
“Officers will continue to patrol the area. Should you have any concerns about the use of any vehicle being used in an anti-social manner, please contact us by calling 101.”
Continued patrols and appeal for information
The force said officers will continue to patrol the Alyth area as part of efforts to address concerns about anti-social vehicle use. Police are encouraging residents to report further concerns, particularly where vehicles are being used in a way that causes a nuisance, poses a risk to others or breaches road traffic legislation.
Police Scotland has previously appealed to the public to provide information about the use of off-road bikes and quad bikes, saying information from local communities can help officers take action to reduce anti-social use of such vehicles. Anyone with concerns about a vehicle being used in an anti-social manner in Alyth is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101.
