Motorcycles are the focus of vehicle thefts ongoing in the Wabash Valley. Sgt. Michael Ellerman, property crimes supervisor of the Terre Haute Police Department, issued an alert Friday stating that detectives have seen “specific increases” in the theft of Harley Davidson motorcycles, as well as sport motorcycles such as Kawasaki Ninjas and Honda CBR. Surrounding counties are reporting similar thefts. Ellerman reports common factors in the thefts. They are occurring…
Read MoreTwo Bikes Stolen in Two Days
Within one week in Lower Manhattan, two motorcycles, one car and a bike were stolen, while two cars were broken into, police said. The thefts, which did not appear to be related, all took place between May 23 and May 29, police said. The week of thefts started with a car break-in on May 24, when a man discovered his car, which was parked outside of 26 Thompson St., had a smashed window.…
Read MoreROT Motorcycle Theft Prevention Tips
Austin might be a little bit nosier the next couple of days as motorcyclists rev up their engines for the annual ROT Rally. Thousands of bikers will attend the Republic of Texas (ROT) Rally June 9 through 12 at the Travis County Expo Center. Ahead of the event, Austin police are giving bikers tips to keep their motorcycles safe from theft. Police claim criminals will be on the prowl for…
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