Boy 'put under curfew' amid Worthing motorcycle theft investigation
A boy has been put under curfew amid an investigation into Worthing motorcycle thefts, according to Sussex Police.
In a statement shared on Facebook, a Sussex Police spokesperson said: “Officers from our Neighbourhood Policing Team and the Specialist Enforcement Unit have been identifying offenders in Worthing as part of Operation Magnus.
“Since late August we have made 15 arrests, recovered 12 motorcycles reported stolen, charged three boys with offences to court, and referred three boys to the Youth Offender Team.
“Two boys appeared at Worthing Youth Court on October 22 and 27 charged with taking or being carried-on a motor vehicle without consent and failing to wear protective helmets.
“Another boy appeared in court on September 17 and was put under curfew between 7pm and 7am daily until December 23 as part of a Youth Rehabilitation Order.”
Chief Inspector James Davidson added: “We understand the impact that vehicle theft has for owners, and we are working to identify offenders. Our operation is complex because many offenders are children who take vehicles for joyriding.
“We are working with partners including schools and social workers to identify offenders and prevent further offences. We continue to encourage owners impacted by vehicle theft to report offences to us to help us build a clear picture of offences and take steps to prevent offending.”