York’s cycle cops need top kit and sponsorship

York’s Community Cycle Unit, set up in July 2002, has been a pedal-away success. The biking bobbies have clocked up 102 arrests – 45 per cent more than PCs in cars.

The fully-equipped mountain bikes used by the unit – complete with flashing blue lights and sirens – can get to places cars can’t go, including cycle-paths, woodland and through the narrow alleyways in the centre of York.

Biking police generally make a lot more drug busts because they can quietly creep up on dealers and users, and this has been found to be the case in York, too.

To support the expansion of the Community Cycle Unit with sponsorship, provision of kit, or trade deals, contact Sgt Nigel Tottie.

Tel: 01904 631321

nigel.tottie@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk