Teen arrested after trying to flee deputies on e-bike, officials say

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A 14-year-old boy was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly tried to flee from law enforcement on an electric bicycle during a traffic stop, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. 

A deputy responded to the area of Black Quill Drive and Porter Road around 7:15 a.m. after reports of someone riding an e-bike recklessly through the neighborhood. 

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The e-bike rider fled the scene when the deputy tried to stop him, the sheriff’s office said. 

The teen was arrested a short time later and taken to the Juvenile Assessment Center. 

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According to the sheriff’s office, the teen was charged with fleeing and eluding a law enforcement officer. He was also given a citation for reckless driving. 

The Source: This story was written with information released by the Orange County Sheriff's Office. 

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