Brockville police searching for e-bike rider who fled from officers

Police are searching for the rider of an e-bike who fled from police in Brockville. (Brockville Police/Provided)

Brockville police are searching for the rider of an e-bike who fled from officers during a traffic stop on Tuesday evening.

In a news release, police say officers attempted to stop the rider travelling on an e-bike in the style of a dirt bike speeding at 86 km/h in a posted 60 km/h zone at approximately 9 p.m.

“The operator failed to stop for police. In accordance with public safety considerations, no pursuit was initiated, and officers discontinued the stop attempt,” police say.

The suspect’s identity is not known. He was wearing grey at the time of the incident, according to police.

Police are reminding drivers:

• Failing to stop for police is a serious offence that poses significant risks to the public
• High speeds with any conveyance including e-bikes or off-road style motorcycles on public roads create dangerous conditions for pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists.
• Officers continuously assess risk before initiating pursuits, and decisions are made with public safety as the top priority.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Brockville Police at 613-342-0127 or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- TIPS (8477).

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