A suspected motorbike thief has been arrested after quick-thinking residents directed police to his hiding spot.

The arrest was made after a group of men were seen attempting to steal a motorbike in Folkestone.

Police were called to the incident in Black Bull Road at around 10.15pm on Tuesday, but the group had run from the scene.

However, residents spotted one member of the group and directed officers to his hiding spot where he was arrested.

The 19-year-old man, from Folkestone, has since been released under investigation.

PC Glenn Day, of Folkestone's Local Policing Team, said: "We'd like to thank the members of the public who interrupted this offence and aided in the arrest.

"In light of this incident, I would like to encourage moped and motorbike owners in the area to make sure their bikes are locked and covered and, if possible, parked in an area covered by CCTV."

Anyone with information about this incident should call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/57252/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org

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