🚨Motorcycle Theft - Brookside Lane - Stone - Friday 10th April 2026🚨

We are reaching out to request your assistance following a recent motorcycle theft on Brookside Lane, Stone. The incident occurred on Friday, 10th April at approximately 01:20am. Two unknown persons have been seen on CCTV pushing a motorcycle away from the location, heading towards Manor Rise. If you were in the area at the time, or have any information that could help our investigation, please contact Staffordshire Police as soon as possible.

On the same night, a separate incident was reported: A motorcycle was found burnt out on the tow path near to Rookery Lane Bridge. While this is not related to the stolen motorcycle from Brookside Lane, we are keen to hear from anyone who may have information about either event.

How You Can Help

• Did you see anything suspicious on Brookside Lane, Manor Rise or streets nearby, around 01:20am on Friday 10th April?
• Were you on the tow path near to the Rookery Lane Bridge that night?
• Do you have CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage from these areas?
• Have you heard anything locally that could assist our enquiries?
• Any detail, no matter how small, could be crucial. 

Please contact Staffordshire Police on 101 or via the Staffs Police website and quote incident ref; 0208 – 10th April 2026. You can also reply to this message or report anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

Motorcycle Crime Prevention Advice

Protecting your bike from theft is essential, and there are several steps you can take to reduce the risk:

1. Secure Your Motorcycle

• Always lock your motorcycle using a high-quality chain and padlock, ideally securing it to a fixed object.
• Use a disc lock on the front wheel to prevent it from being wheeled away.

• Consider fitting an alarm or immobilizer to deter thieves.

   

2. Park Wisely

• Choose well-lit, busy areas when parking your motorcycle in public.
• At home, park in a garage or secure area whenever possible.
• If parking outside, position your bike where it is covered by CCTV, if available.

3. Make Your Motorcycle Less Attractive to Thieves

• Cover your motorcycle to keep it out of sight.
• Install a tracking device to help recover your motorcycle if stolen.