The moped was reported missing from Welling on April 4 and ridden away into Oxleas Woods.
Officers spotted the bike travelling on Shooters Hill near Eltham and made “tactical contact to prevent a pursuit and protect the public”.(Image: Met)
Today (April 25), local officers shared that two 16-year-old suspects have been arrested.
Pictures show the white moped with learner plates damaged on the road beside a police car.
A Met Police spokesperson said: “Moped stolen from #Welling on 04/04 spotted by officers and made off into Oxleas Woods.
“Officers from MPSRTPC spotted moped travelling on Shooters Hill & made tactical contact to prevent a pursuit & protect the public. Two 16 year old suspects arrested.”
