LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX NEWS) — Update: Aug. 27 at 2:45 p.m.
A 37-year-old man was arrested by the University of Kentucky Police Department (UKPD) on Wednesday for his alleged involvement in four on-campus scooter thefts and three unrelated thefts that had not been reported to police.
According to a press release by UK, at least three electric scooters were reported stolen from bike racks on the campus between Aug. 22 and Aug. 24. Following the report, UKPD collaborated with the Lexington Police Department to identify the suspect.
Following an investigation, 37-year-old Henry Logan has been arrested and charged with theft by unlawful taking or distribution over $1,000 but under $10,000. He has been lodged at the Fayette County Detention Center.
According to UK, bike thefts are on of the most common and preventable crimes on campus. Students are urged to use a high-quality U-lock whenever their scooter is left unattended.
For future crimes, students are urged to submit tips through the SafeZone app or by calling UKPD.
Original story:
University of Kentucky police are investigating a series of electric scooter thefts reported near campus residence halls over the weekend.
According to a UK Police Department crime bulletin issued Tuesday, at least three electric scooters were reported stolen from bike racks along Sports Center Drive between Aug. 22 and Aug. 24.
Police are working to identify potential suspects connected to the thefts and are asking anyone with information to contact UKPD at 859-257-8573.
While the reported thefts occurred along Sports Center Drive, university officials are reminding students, faculty and staff to properly secure electric scooters and bicycles anywhere on campus.
UK Police recommends using high-quality U-locks to secure bikes and scooters to designated campus bike racks, noting that cable locks provide less protection against theft. Officials also encourage riders to record their serial numbers and register their bicycles through UK Transportation Services' free permit program.
The university is urging community members to report stolen property and suspicious activity immediately. Tips can be submitted through the SafeZone app or by calling UKPD.
