A dirt bike rider allegedly caught driving dangerously through Ōtara has had his wheels confiscated and is facing a raft of charges.

On Sunday, Police observed a dirt bike rider allegedly weaving in and out of traffic on Bairds Road.

Senior Sergeant Simon Cornish, of Counties Manukau East Police, says the rider was seen running a red light but wasn’t pursued due to the potential risk the driver’s behaviour posed to the public.

“A short time later Police saw the dirt bike driving at speed on Sandbrook Avenue before stalling in a driveway on Bairds Road.

“Staff have then quickly taken him into custody, however a search has located bags of cannabis and methamphetamine, along with an amount of cash.”

Senior Sergeant Cornish says the man is now facing a range of charges including dangerous driving, possession for supply of methamphetamine and possession of cannabis.

“Unsafe and illegal dirt bike riding activity possess a significant risk to not only themselves, but members of the public going about their business.

“Police will continue to respond and hold these offenders to account for this type of dangerous activity.”

A 23-year-old man had his bike impounded for 28 days and was remanded in custody and will reappear in Manukau District Court on 20 February.

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