On June 21, 2024 Sugarcreek Borough Police noted a motorcycle traveling south on Allegheny Blvd that was acting in a suspicious manner. The PA Registration plate was checked and noted that it did not come back to the make and model of the motorcycle that it was mounted to.
The Sugarcreek Borough Police Department attempted to initiate a traffic stop with the motorcycle. The rider then turned right onto Front Street and accelerated at a fast pace.
Sugarcreek Police began to pursue the motorcycle with lights and sirens activated. Due to the traffic and the concern for safety of motorists, police terminated the pursuit shortly after.
Through a course of investigation Sugarcreek Police were able to identify the driver and recover the motorcycle.
Zachary Joseph Taylor Harvey, 23 of Oil City, was charged with the following:
Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police Officer – Felony 3
Recklessly Endangering Another Person – Misdemeanor
Driving While Operating Privilege is Suspended or Revoked – DUI related – Summary
Unauthorized Transfer of Registration – Summary
And other Summary Traffic Violations
A felony arrest warrant was issued for Zachary Joseph Taylor Harvey