Arrests made and illegal vehicles seized in Ipswich town

Multiple arrests, illegal vehicle seizures and licensing checks were carried out during police patrols in Ipswich town centre <i>(Image: Ipswich Police)</i>
Multiple arrests, illegal vehicle seizures and licensing checks were carried out during police patrols in Ipswich town centre (Image: Ipswich Police)
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Multiple arrests, illegal vehicle seizures and licensing checks were carried out during police patrols in Ipswich town centre.

An Officer spotted a man who was wanted in connection with a burglary and arrested him on Thursday.

Just five minutes later, officers found and arrested a second suspect who was also wanted in relation to the same offence.

During the patrol, four illegal e-scooters and one illegal e-bike were removed from the streets.

In a separate development, a man previously arrested following the discovery of a cat-shaped knuckle duster was charged and remanded in custody for possession of an offensive weapon.

He is due to appear in court this morning (Friday, October 9).

Police also confiscated and disposed of several open alcohol containers in the town centre.

Four licensing checks were carried out at local off-licences, with any compliance concerns referred to the Licensing Team for further action.

A spokesman for Ipswich police said: "We remain committed to making Ipswich a safe place to live, work and visit. Thank you to everyone who took the time to speak with us during our patrols today.

"If you have information about crime or suspicious activity, please report it to Suffolk Police via our website or by calling 101. In an emergency, always dial 999."

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