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Ottawa Man's Custom Bike Found After Theft
10 Aug
Summary
- Man's specially built bike for exercise was stolen in July.
- The custom bike, used for 23 years, costs over $6,000 to replace.
- The stolen bike was recovered from a scrap shop and returned.
An Ottawa man living with cerebral palsy has been reunited with his specially adapted bicycle, which was stolen in mid-July. The custom-built bike, crucial for his exercise and fitness, was recovered early Sunday afternoon thanks to the efforts of Ottawa police and a local scrap company.
Kevin Shaw, the owner, stated that the bike was delivered back to him shortly after police were notified. It was found at a scrap shop in the city's east end after an individual turned it in and contacted the authorities. Shaw had owned the bike for 23 years, using it for marathons and runs.
The replacement cost for the unique bicycle is estimated at over $6,000. Shaw had been preparing for the Army Run in September and expressed concerns about his participation without his adaptive equipment. As of Sunday, police have not announced any arrests in connection with the theft.
