A teenager was arrested on Wednesday after a police chase.

Sussex Police said they received calls of a possible stolen motorcycle in Newhaven.

Officers then found a white Triumph motorcycle in the town and the suspect ran from the scene.

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Officers pursued him on foot and thanks to the help of a member of the public a 17 year old was arrested on suspicion of offences including theft of a motor vehicle.

Later that day, Sussex Police said a second man in Newhaven was also arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle.

Both have been bailed pending further enquiries.

On Wednesday, officers from the Roads Policing Unit also pursued a suspected stolen motorcycle which was later returned to its owner.

Chief Inspector Andrew Nicklin said: “We are taking action and are focussed on this issue, making two arrests and recovering two motorbikes yesterday alone.

“We appreciate the ongoing impact that theft of motorcycles can have for owners and the potential resulting anti-social behaviour in our communities from people riding stolen vehicles.

“The majority of vehicles stolen are returned to owners, but we need the public’s help to deter and prevent further crimes.

“We encourage everyone to report vehicle thefts and provide information about these incidents to support our work, quoting Operation Portman."