A TEENAGE biker was knocked off his vehicle by three thieves who then rode off on the bike.

The 15-year old had taken his Honda 90 out for a run on wasteground near to Watery Lane, Sutton, at about 6pm on Sunday, May 2. When he got there he was approached by three young men, one of who threw a piece of wood, knocking him off the bike.

The trio then made off with the bike which is valued at £75.

All were white and aged in their early 20s. The one who pushed the victim off his bike was about 6ft tall, well-built and was wearing a blue, long-sleeve sweat shirt and blue jeans. Another of the thieves was of a similar height and proportionate build with short, black hair and wore an orange fleece top, while the third had fair hair.

Anyone with information can contact DC Mick Bowes at St Helens CID on 0151 777 6064 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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