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Marion sheriff seeking help in catching bandit who ripped off motorcycle

Marion County sheriff’s deputies are seeking the public’s help in nabbing a motorcycle thief.

Motorcycle stolen from 484 Liquors located at 1354 S.E. Hwy. 484 in Ocala
Marion County sheriff’s deputies are searching for the man and the motorcycle pictured above. He is accused of stealing the bike from 484 Liquors on S.E. Hwy. 484 on Saturday, May 15.

The man pictured above is accused of stealing a motorcycle on Saturday, May 15 from the parking lot of 484 Liquors, located at 1354 S.E. Hwy. 484 in Ocala. The victim was inside the business when he heard his motorcycle accelerate outside. He rushed outside in time to watch the man ride away on his bike and an eyewitness saw the bandit drive onto Hwy. 475, a sheriff’s office report states.

The stolen motorcycle was described as a black 2016 Harley-Davidson Sebring with Florida license plate MHBG84. Anyone with any information about the crime, the missing motorcycle or the suspect is asked to contact the sheriff’s office at (352) 732-9111.

Those wishing to make anonymous tips can contact Crime Stoppers of Marion County at (352) 368-STOP (7867). Tips can also be submitted at https://ocalacrimestoppers.com.

For Crime Stoppers, reference 21-36 in your tip. Also, if you use Crime Stoppers and your tip leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward.