POLICE in St Helens say there has been a spike in reports this week of motorbikes being stolen.

Officers took to social media to appeal for information over the thefts.

Police said they have had "a few reports" of motorbikes being taken in St Helens.

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In a post on Facebook, St Helens Police said: "We've received a few reports this week regarding motorcycles being stolen across St Helens.

"Do you have any information on who's responsible or where they're being stored?"