London police have laid several charges in relation to a dangerous driving investigation on Wednesday.
Around 10:30 a.m., officers spotted a motorcyclist driving in a parking lot on Dundas Street east of the Clarke Road intersection. The driver then propelled the motorbike over a curb at a high rate of speed, according to police, while officers were visibly present.
When police approached the vehicle, the driver reportedly stopped the motorcycle abruptly causing it to topple over.
A 42-year-old London man was arrested for dangerous operation of a stolen vehicle.
Through investigation, police discovered that the suspect was prohibited from driving at the time of the incident. The motorcycle he was driving had also been reported stolen.
As a result of the incident, the accused is charged with possession of stolen property over $5,000, dangerous driving, operation while prohibited and failing to comply.
The suspect has been released from custody and will appear in London court on July 24.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670. To remain anonymous, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
