Bike 'Chop Shop' Discovered By Dana Point Deputies

Officers near the Stonehill bridge railroad tracks discovered multiple bikes, chopped to the frame.

Posted Tue, Jul 23, 2019 at 2:04 pm PT

DANA POINT, CA — If your bike was stolen recently in Dana Point, chances are these deputies found it. Or what is left of it.

On Tuesday, Dana Point Police Services made a discovery while out on patrol.

"Multiple bike frames and parts were found near the railroad tracks by the Stonehill Bridge," a spokesperson for the department said.

OCSD will work with the public to return the frames to their rightful owners.

Any questions or concerns should go to the Orange County Sheriff's Department at: 949-248-3550

Officers offered this tip for bike owners, especially if you made a substantial investment in your ride:

Copy down or snap a photo of serial numbers, for safe keeping and efficient tracking.

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