Scooter Stolen From Elderly Resident, Suspects Sought: Stratford Police

STRATFORD, CT — Police are asking for help with identifying two people accused of stealing a scooter from an elderly resident in Stratford.

Police said the motor scooter was stolen on Aug. 15 in the 1100 block of Stratford Avenue.

“The victim arrived home and parked his scooter in the early afternoon,” police wrote in a post on Facebook. “Immediately after getting off his scooter the two younger individuals took the opportunity to steal the scooter from the victim.”

The scooter, a black TAZHOU TECH 49CC MOTOR SCOOTER, “belongs to an elderly resident who relies on it for transportation and simply wants it returned,” according to police.

“Anyone who knows where the scooter is located may contact investigators,” police wrote. “Arrangements can also be made for its safe return.”

Police shared surveillance images of the suspects.

“Investigators recognize that the surveillance image is not clear enough to show detailed features,” police wrote. “However, someone may recognize the individuals by their clothing, physical appearance, association with one another, or knowledge of the incident.

“At the time, both individuals were riding the pictured scooter. The operator wore a bright pink or red long-sleeved top and dark pants. The passenger wore dark clothing and light-colored footwear.”

Anyone who recognizes either suspect or who has video, photos, or information regarding the scooter’s location is asked to contact Detective Policano at jpolicano@townofstratford.com.

“The victim simply wants his scooter returned,” police wrote.