Crime & Safety
After Moped Chase, Driver Comes To Barnstable Police For Arrest: Report
Police initially attempted to stop the man for recklessly operating the scooter, the Hyannis News reported.
HYANNIS, MA — A Barnstable man was arrested Wednesday night after he led police on a chase and eventually walked inside their headquarters to complain about it.
The incident began around 9 p.m. near MA Route 28 and Walton Avenue in Hyannis, where a Barnstable police officer attempted to stop the man for recklessly operating a scooter, the Hyannis News reported.
Police said the rider refused to stop and instead continued toward Bearses Way, at one point extending a middle finger toward officers while he drove away.
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The moped reached speeds over 30 mph and crossed marked lanes while heading toward Route 132, police said.
The officers then ended their pursuit because of safety concerns.
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Barnstable Police Lt. Jason Laber identified the rider as Sharles Albino, 35, of Centerville. Albino now faces charges of reckless operation, marked-lanes violations, speeding, failure to stop for police and operating with a suspended license.
Police said the Vespa was towed from the scene.
You can read the Hyannis Times coverage of the incident here.
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