A joint operation between Gwent Police and the home office has led to the arrest of two people and the confiscation of four illegal E-bikes.
The operation was carried out near the Subway on Newport High Street around 2pm yesterday (January 16).
Delivery drivers working for the company through online delivery agencies like ‘Just Eat’ and ‘Deliveroo’ had their bikes confiscated and were reportedly under question from immigration authorities.
A large police presence outside High Street Subway in Newport where a joint operation between Gwent Police and the Home Office took place (Image: NQ) A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: “Officers seized four illegal bikes during a multi-agency operation in Newport city centre on Thursday 16 January.
“Working in partnership with the Home Office, we arrested two people on suspicion of immigration offences.”
A large police presence outside High Street Subway in Newport where a joint operation between Gwent Police and the Home Office took place (Image: NQ) Sergeant Paul Turner, of Gwent Police, said: “Yesterday’s joint operation was aimed at addressing the illegal use of e-bikes within the city centre.
“We’re committed to working closely with our partners, including Newport City Council’s wardens, to make life safer in Newport city centre for everyone.
“I’d like to thank PC Andy Buchanan, ward manager for Newport Central, for his efforts in helping to make this operation a success and I want to reassure all residents, businesses and visitors to Newport that we’re listening to your concerns.
“This initiative underlines our aims to reduce anti-social behaviour in Newport city centre.”