Officers from South Yorkshire Police’s Off Road Team have said they will step up patrols at Thrybergh Country Park and Silverwood Nature Reserve following a number of recent issues involving bikers.
A spokesman said: “This site is still being heavily targeted by illegal off roaders.
“We will be patrolling this into the night to deter would be illegal off road enthusiasts.
“We are aware of various CCTV monitoring equipment in the area and want to thank people for sending in the footage so far.
“This is a large site and there are multiple routes that have been made to get in, fences smashed, hedges pulled out.
“Vehicles have been driving through the ponds, with snorkels on, where there a few swans remain resident.
“Appreciate you might be able to go anywhere in a 4×4 or motorbike, but please show a little respect for our environment.
“If you know who is frequenting Silverwood Nature Reserve or any in South Yorkshire, in a vehicle illegally then let us know.
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