Police & Fire
Police log: E-motorcycle incidents and police pursuits
Photo: Unsplash // Scott Rodgerson.
Monday, May 19
Incident: Drugs
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a registration violation. A K9 search of the vehicle revealed multiple controlled substances and drug paraphernalia. Both the driver and passenger were placed under arrest and transported to the Summit County Jail.
Tuesday, May 20
Incident: Arrest
Deputies observed a vehicle parked behind the McDonalds in the Kimball Junction area after hours. Deputies observed that the vehicle was occupied and made contact. A record check of the male revealed an active in-state warrant for his arrest. Deputies placed him into custody and transported him to the Summit County Jail without incident.
Wednesday, May 21
Incident: Trespassing
Two males entered the construction area on Royal St. to dumpster dive.
Thursday, May 22
Incident: Evading
A deputy attempted to stop a juvenile male that was operating an e-motorcycle at reckless speeds. The juvenile did not stop and fled into a neighborhood, where he hid behind a house.
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Incident: Drugs
A vehicle search on a traffic stop following a K9 alert revealed user amounts of methamphetamine and paraphernalia. The driver was arrested and the vehicle was towed.
Friday, May 23
Incident: E-Motorcycle Violations
A group of juveniles on e-motorcycles have been tearing up school property at Parley’s Park Elementary. They have also been reported harassing civilians and driving recklessly in the road between the times of 5 to 8 p.m.
Incident: Pursuit
Deputies located a stolen vehicle in the Walmart parking lot. After they attempted contact, the vehicle fled and a pursuit ensued. After multiple unsuccessful attempts, the vehicle was finally disabled after spikes were deployed and came to a stop near mile marker 8 on SR 224. Two occupants were arrested.
Sunday, May 25
Incident: Drugs
Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a lane travel violation. During the stop, deputies detected the odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. Deputies conducted a search of the vehicle and located drugs and drug paraphernalia. The suspect was issued a citation and released.