A POLICE helicopter has been spotted circling above Southampton.
Officers confirmed on Monday afternoon the aircraft was deployed after a report of a moped rider involved in a crime.
Police said: "We had reports of a moped commiting crime in the Sholing area.
"Whilst out looking for it, (another) one popped up and was shown as stolen.
"Rider decamped and tried to run....
"But was swiftly detained.
"Rider now in custody on suspicion of theft of vehicle and going equipped."
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