Police seized two trail bikes and intercepted five riders during a targeted operation in Launceston yesterday.
A 15 year old was arrested and charged and a second 15 year old will be proceeded against under the provisions of the Youth Justices Act - both are facing charges of aggravated evade, unlicensed driving, reckless driving, and riding an unregistered vehicle.
Their bikes have been seized for a period of six months.
A 14 year old will receive a formal caution for riding offences, and a 10 year old and 11 year old will be proceeded against for noise and riding offences.
Anyone with information about illegal trail bike activity should contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au
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