Teenager performing wheelie tackled to ground by Kent Police
The incident took place on 26 July after police responded to reports of 'nuisance' teenagers riding bikes into oncoming traffic and performing wheelies near the public.
During the intervention, the officer grabbed the youngster mid-cycle and instructed him to 'stop it'.
Other teenagers involved were issued section 35 dispersal orders, had their parents informed, and their bikes seized by officers.
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