SYRACUSE POLICE CONFISCATE TWO DIRT BIKES AS PART OF ATV DETAIL:

Yesterday, the Syracuse Police ATV detail conducted their first city-wide operation of the year. Uniformed Syracuse Police Officers stopped two dirt bikes that were being operated illegally on public roadways in violation of local law. The operators of these dirt bikes were issued local law appearance tickets, which carry a fine of $500 for the first offense. Both dirt bikes were towed, and are being held. Both are subject to a $2,000 redemption fee.

As a reminder, our stance on the illegal operation of ATVs is of ZERO tolerance. We strongly encourage those with ATVs to refrain from riding them on City streets or in City parks, and we remind you to ride responsibly in areas designated for the use of these types of vehicles.

On behalf of the Syracuse Police Department, we would like to thank community members who report illegal ATVS and dirt bike operations. Tips can be submitted to ATVtips@syracusepolice.org. Please include the following details in the email:

- Location of the illegal Operation

- Make, model and color(s) of the ATV

- Physical Description of the ATV operator

- The Time(s) when operation was observed

- Address where the ATV(s) are kept or stored

- Any pictures or videos you have of the illegal operation

- Your contact information; only if you wish to be contacted