Three motorcyclists put the A1 at risk; one faces charges while police still hunt the others.
On the evening of Wednesday, 30 September a stretch of the A1 between Old Craighall and Tranent in East Lothian became the focus of a serious dangerous-driving investigation. Between 6:00 pm and 6:30 pm, motorists reported three motorcyclists weaving rapidly between lanes on the southbound carriageway.
One of the bikes, identified as a blue Suzuki was observed accelerating in a manner that threatened the safety of other traffic. The incident triggered an immediate response from Police Scotland who began gathering witness statements and visual evidence.
What happened on the A1?
The reports described a trio of riders who appeared to be testing the limits of the roadway. According to the accounts, the motorcyclists were travelling southbound when the blue Suzuki dramatically shifted between lanes, creating a hazardous situation for drivers behind and alongside.
Incident number 2860 was logged, and officers were dispatched to the scene shortly after the first call came in. While the exact speed was not recorded, the manner of the maneuver was classified by officers as “extremely dangerous.”
Police officers arrived on the scene and managed to stop one of the riders, a male motorcyclist, who was subsequently cautioned and charged with road-traffic offences. The remaining two riders evaded immediate identification, prompting a broader appeal for public assistance. Their bikes have not been recovered, and no further details about their appearance were released.
Police response and ongoing enquiries
Constable Andy Ross addressed the media, emphasizing the severity of the conduct: “The manner of driving was extremely dangerous and I would ask any motorists who were travelling on the A1, heading north or south, that day who may have seen the motorbikes to contact us.” He added a specific request for anyone who might possess dash-cam footage to review their recordings and share any relevant images that could aid the investigation.
The force has opened a formal enquiry to identify the two unidentified riders. Officers continue to interview witnesses, review traffic-camera outputs, and analyse any private dash-cam footage that may have captured the incident. The investigation remains active, and Police Scotland has instructed the public to call the non-emergency line 101 quoting the incident reference, should they possess any information.
How you can help the investigation
If you were travelling on the A1 in either direction during the half-hour window of the incident, your observations could prove vital. Police are specifically looking for details such as the appearance of the riders, the make and model of the other motorcycles, and any atypical behaviour observed before or after the reported speeding. Even a brief glimpse could fill gaps in the current evidence chain.
For motorists who routinely use dash-cam devices, a quick review of the footage from the evening in question is strongly encouraged. Should you locate any segment showing motorbikes behaving erratically, you can submit the clip directly to Police Scotland via the 101 line, referencing incident 2860. Your cooperation may not only help locate the two remaining riders but also prevent future hazards on one of Scotland’s busiest arterial routes.
