Man charged in connection with alleged quadbike gang crime spree in Grangetown and Ormesby

Key Points

• A 32-year-old man charged with two counts of attempted section 18 assault, one count of section 18 assault, and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place; due in magistrates’ court.​
• Charges connected to alleged quadbike gang crime spree involving 10 to 15 people in Grangetown and Ormesby on night of Saturday, January 10, into early Sunday, January 11, 2026.​
• A 53-year-old woman knocked over at Norham Walk, Ormesby, around 10.20pm, injuring her arm and damaging her Audi A3; quadbikers fled towards Normanby Road and Cargo Fleet Lane.​
• Shortly after, two men aged 45 and 36 knocked over and seriously injured (cuts to arms and legs) at Tasties takeaway on Allendale Road, Ormesby; silver VW Golf damaged.​
• Before 1am on January 11, man stabbed at address on Slater Walk, Grangetown; window smashed; suspects on quadbikes, believed same group.​
• Around 1.45am, woman working at Goji’s Pizza Di Mare on High Street, Redcar, threatened by the gang.​
• Previously, 16-year-old boy charged with attempted grievous bodily harm, racially aggravated harassment, public order offence, driving without licence, obstructing police, possession of class A drugs.​
• Two men arrested and bailed in connection with incidents; investigation ongoing.​
• Cleveland Police conducting dedicated patrols; urge public to report info via 101, website, or Crimestoppers anonymously.

Grangetown (Cardiff Daily ) January 21, 2026 – Cleveland Police have charged a 32-year-old man with multiple serious offences linked to an alleged crime spree by a quadbike gang in Grangetown and Ormesby. The incidents, spanning late Saturday, January 10, to early Sunday, January 11, left several people injured, including a stabbing victim and individuals knocked over by riders. Authorities believe the attacks involved a group of 10 to 15 young men on quadbikes.​

Who Has Been Charged in the Quadbike Incidents?

The 32-year-old man faces two counts of attempted section 18 assault, one count of section 18 assault, and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place, as confirmed by Cleveland Police. He is scheduled to appear in magistrates’ court. Last week, a 16-year-old boy was charged with attempted grievous bodily harm, racially aggravated harassment, a public order offence, driving without a licence, obstructing police, and possession of class A drugs. As reported in BBC coverage, the boy had initially given his age as 18.​

In addition to those charged, two men have been arrested and released on bail pending further inquiries. According to details from Yahoo News, two men aged 23 and 18 were arrested early on January 11 and taken into custody for questioning.​

What Happened at Norham Walk in Ormesby?

At around 10.20pm on January 10, a gang of between 10 to 15 young men on quadbikes caused a nuisance around Norham Walk in Ormesby. A 53-year-old woman was knocked over, sustaining an arm injury and causing damage to her Audi A3. The quadbikers then fled the area towards Normanby Road and Cargo Fleet Lane.​

Cleveland Police detailed this as the first in a string of linked incidents.​

How Did Police Respond Initially?

Officers reported the event as part of broader anti-social behaviour linked to the group.​

What Occurred at Tasties Takeaway?

Shortly after the Norham Walk incident, the same group reportedly arrived at Tasties takeaway on Allendale Road in Ormesby. Two men, aged 45 and 36, were knocked over, suffering serious cuts to their arms and legs. A silver VW Golf was also damaged in the chaos.​

As per police accounts, the victims required medical attention for their injuries.​

Details of the Grangetown Stabbing?

Not long before 1am on Sunday, January 11, police responded to Slater Walk in Grangetown where a man had been stabbed inside an address. The property’s window was smashed during the attack by the group, who arrived on quadbikes and are believed to be the same perpetrators from earlier events.​

BBC reporting noted the stabbing as a key escalation in the night’s violence.​

Why Was a Woman Threatened in Redcar?

The gang proceeded to Goji’s Pizza Di Mare on High Street in Redcar around 1.45am, where a female worker was threatened. This marked the final reported incident in the spree.​

What Is Cleveland Police Saying?

A Cleveland Police spokesperson stated: “Officers continue to carry out dedicated patrols in the area; please speak to them if you have any concerns or can provide information on crime and ASB. You can also phone 101 at any time or submit information via the Cleveland Police website. If you don’t feel you can speak to police information can be passed completely anonymously to independent charity or by phoning them on 0800 555 111”.​

In Yahoo News coverage, the spokesperson added:

“These incidents undoubtedly cause concern for living in Grangetown and Ormesby. We have increased patrols in these areas today and in the coming days to ensure a police presence for residents. We believe there may be additional victims from the night who have yet to come forward, and we urge them to reach out so we can check on their well-being”.​

BBC quoted a similar appeal: “We suspect there are additional victims from the night who have yet to come forward, and we urge them to contact us so we can ensure their safety”.​

Are There Ongoing Arrests or Investigations?

The investigation continues, with two men bailed and police appealing for witnesses. No names of the charged individuals have been released publicly beyond ages.​

How Does This Fit Broader Quadbike Issues in Teesside?

Such incidents echo ongoing concerns over off-road bikes in the region, though this spree stands out for its violence. Cleveland Police treat quadbike nuisance seriously, as seen in past operations.​

Residents in Grangetown and Ormesby have expressed alarm, prompting heightened patrols. The force emphasises community reporting to prevent recurrence.​

https://cardiffdaily.co.uk/local/This spree has drawn local attention, with social media posts from Teesside Live confirming the 32-year-old’s charges. Police urge vigilance amid the probe.