NEW CASTLE, DE — New Castle County Police are investigating the reported theft of a motorcycle after a suspect allegedly fled during a test drive in the Caravel Farms neighborhood earlier this month.
According to police, an officer responded Friday, May 8, to a residence in the neighborhood for a reported theft involving a 2023 white Suzuki GSX motorcycle.
Investigators said the victim had advertised the motorcycle for sale through a social media marketplace when an unidentified suspect arranged to view the bike and requested a test drive.
During the meeting, police allege the suspect drove away on the motorcycle and did not return. Authorities said a second suspect followed closely behind in a black Jeep as the motorcycle fled the area.
At this time, investigators have not identified either suspect or the black Jeep allegedly involved in the incident.
Police are asking anyone who recognizes the suspect or vehicle to contact Officer Napoli at Michael.Napoli@newcastlede.gov or call 302-573-2800.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the New Castle County Division of Police non-emergency line at (302) 573-2800 or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or DelawareCrimeStoppers.com.
All suspects, arrestees, and defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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