A crackdown on dangerous 'ride-out' events is being launched ahead of Halloween as part of a planned police operation in London.
The police force will deploy tactics to tackle antisocial behaviour caused by large groups of motorcyclists across the capital over Halloween.
The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) said officers intend to clamp down on disruption caused by reckless driving including driving on the wrong side of the road, through red lights and across pavements.
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The force said it is particularly aware of individuals linked to a group known as 'UK Bike Life' as well as riders using stolen motorcycles.
Officers will be out across the capital over the Halloween period to prevent crime and disruption caused by antisocial riders, the Met said.
The MPS says in the past two years officers have responded to 'ride-out' events where large numbers of motorcyclists gather causing commotion, criminal damage to petrol stations and put public safety at risk.
A stark warning has been issued to groups of anti-social riders.
Superintendent Tania Coulson said: “We know that some people may see the event advertised and think they are joining like-minded enthusiasts on a lawful ride. This is not the case. They drive ruthlessly and carry out stunts on the road.
“Officers will be out across London throughout the Halloween period and will deploy a number of police tactics to prevent riders from driving dangerously.
"We intend to prevent disorder and crime caused by riders and we will be dealing robustly with offenders. Any groups or individuals who cause disruption will be arrested.”
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