Five men arrested over alleged motorcycle theft in Woodlands

They managed to start the engine and one of them took the vehicle for a joyride.

A 24-year-old man is being investigated for riding the motorcycle without a valid driving licence, the police said.

The stolen vehicle has been recovered, they added.

The five men are set to be charged on June 15 with the theft of a motor vehicle with common intention.

If convicted, the men each face seven years’ jail and a fine.

In their statement, the police advised motorcycle owners to park their bikes in well-lit areas, install an anti-theft alarm, and use additional locking devices.

They should also use a canvas to cover their bikes, remove the ignition key and lock their vehicles. Spare keys or transponders should not be kept in any storage compartments of the motorcycle.