Crime & Safety
Dixon Police Search for Suspected Bike Thief, Victims Fight Back with Facebook Page
While Dixon Police search for a man suspected of stealing a bicycle from a resident's front porch, the victims are using Facebook as a tool to spread the word, as well as photos and videos.
The Dixon Police Department is requesting the assistance of the public in identifying the suspect pictured above, due a bicycle theft.
According to police, the theft occurred on July 27, at approximately 5AM in the 1600 block of Sequoia Way.
The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, mid 20's to 30's, wearing a black hoodie and black jeans. The suspect, who was riding a bicycle in the area, was observed walking to the front porch of a residence where he then took a men's black mountain bike.
Anyone with information in regards to this subjects identity or circumstances of this theft is requested to contact the Dixon Police Departments Investigations Division at 707-678-7070.
Meanwhile, victims of the theft are speaking out with a Facebook fan page to get people talking. You can check out the spoof-like site that was created to help catch the suspect at https://www.facebook.com/DixonBikeThief.
The Dixon Bike Thief Facebook information states, "Hey, Dixon residents, I am a bike thief. Actually, I'm just a thief. I'll steal anything. So, you better lock your doors and hide your valuables, because I prowl your streets at night. There is a $100 reward for identifying me."
You can watch videos, and read comments from other Dixonite neighborhood lookouts who have seen suspicious activity around town.
Here are a few of the Facebook comments:
Misty said: "Good for you to speak up! Hope you catch him!"Shelby said: "this is hilarious! whoever made this page...high five. How creative."
Chasity said: "Good way to catch him put out this video!!! Smart"
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