Police Scotland are appealing for information after a police officer was injured while attempting to stop a youth riding an electric motorbike illegally in Paisley.
The incident happened around 6.35pm on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, in the area of Wellmeadow Street, near Lady Lane.
Officers observed the rider allegedly using the electric motorbike illegally and attempted to stop him. During the incident, a male police officer was injured and taken to hospital for treatment. He was later discharged.
Police are now appealing to the public for information that could help identify the rider.
Description of the suspect
The male is described as white and was wearing:
- A black hooded top featuring a CK logo on the front.
- A black beanie hat.
- A black face mask covering his mouth.
The electric motorbike was described as a dark-coloured, off-road bike with no lights.
Police appeal
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has information that could assist officers, or has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3279 of Wednesday, 28 October 2026.
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Anyone who was in the Wellmeadow Street or Lady Lane area around the time of the incident and may have captured relevant footage is urged to come forward.
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