Crime Alert - Theft of a Pedal Cycle

Crime Alert - Theft of a Pedal Cycle

Dear Resident,

Humberside Police are investigating a Theft of a pedal cycle from the Linnaeus Street area of Hull.

The incident occurred 21:45 - 08:00 between 30/12/2025 and 31/12/2025. The offender(s) approached a garden shed and used force to gain entry causing damage and removing a pedal cycle from within .

If you have any CCTV footage (including video doorbell), saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area around this time or have any information about the offenders please contact the police on the non-emergency number 101 quoting occurrence ref: 25000180589.

Alternatively you could call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You don’t have to leave your name and you may even receive a reward.

To reduce the risk of your pedal cycle being stolen, please read through the below advice

Contact your local Neighbourhood Team to arrange for your cycle to be marked, or visit a bike marking event.

You have spent money on your cycle, so buy the best quality lock you can. View the attachment to see which standard of lock is best for you.

Try and double lock your cycle, this will allow you to secure the frame and both wheels to a cycle stand.

Lock your cycle, even when it is at home, consider alarms and additional security for sheds.

Only leave your cycle in public if you really need to, consider using a cycle hub.

Please also find attached the Police Crime Prevention Handbook which covers a broad range of crime prevention advice.

Thank you

Humberside Police

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Police Crime Prevention Handbook.pdf

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Christopher Wray
(Humberside Police, PCSO, Hull Central NPT)

Crime Alert - Theft of a Pedal Cycle

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