Police Warn Residents Of North Trail Scooter Thefts

Sarasota Police are encouraging residents to add extra layers of security to their scooters and mopeds after a rash of thefts on the North Trail this year. 

Police said numerous moped and scooter thefts have been reported since January in the Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores neighborhoods between 18th Street and Mecca Drive.

Most thefts happened during the early morning where the scooters were parked in front of homes, and some locked with cables or chains, according to police. But those locks aren't enough, as thieves have broke the chains and took the lock with them in some cases, according to police.

Police advise that it's best to lock the scooter with a strong, thick cable or chain to a non-movable object or even better, park it inside a locked garage if available.

Police also recommend to use a steering column lock if available or purchase a scooter alarm or disc brake locks.

To report suspicious activity, call the Sarasota Police at (941) 316-1201.