Police Crack Down on ATV, Motorcycle Use in Hartford, Newington

Hartford police made several arrests and seized several vehicles during a crackdown on illegal operation of ATVs and motorcycles.

Newington police said that on Sunday they worked with the Hartford Police Department Traffic Division on the enforcement.

Hartford police said the departments tracked down problem riders through information from neighborhood residents and surveillance. Police made two arrests and issued four misdemeanor summons. They also seized four unregistered dirt bikes, a stolen dirt bike, one ATV and one scooter.

Police said more arrests and seizures are forthcoming.

Hartford police said illegal ATV, motorcycle and dirt bike riding causes major issues on city streets and cause a nuisance for neighbors. Deputy Chief Brian Foley said this was one of the biggest issues for Hartford residents.

Police have said the riders difficult to catch because most don't pull over for signal lights and police cannot pursue them.

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