What started as a late-night scroll through Facebook Marketplace turned into a police investigation in Franklin Furnace. A man browsing the site spotted something that made his heart race — his stolen motorcycle listed for sale.
Deputies wasted no time and headed to the address tied to the listing. When they arrived, the suspect wasn’t home — but the bike was. Sitting right there in plain sight.
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As the tow truck rolled in to rescue the stolen ride, a vehicle pulled up, raising hopes it might be the seller. Nope — wrong person entirely. The mystery seller remains at large, and the case is still under investigation.
🛵 Timeline of Events:
- 📱 Online Spotting: Victim sees his stolen motorcycle on Marketplace.
- 🚓 Deputies Roll Out: Officers head to Franklin Furnace to investigate.
- 👀 Bike in Sight: The motorcycle is spotted, but the seller is nowhere to be found.
- 🚛 Tow Truck Assist: Deputies call in a tow truck to recover the bike.
- ❌ False Alarm: A car pulls up, but it’s not the suspect.
- 📝 Paper Trail: Deputies escort the tow to the owner’s home and take a report.
💡 Tips to Protect Your Ride from Thieves:
- 🔒 Use multiple locks and chains — make it a hassle to steal.
- 📸 Take clear photos of your bike and any unique markings.
- 📲 Set up alerts on resale sites like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.
- 🛠 Consider a GPS tracker — it can make finding your bike a lot easier.
For now, the stolen motorcycle is back where it belongs — but the hunt for the would-be seller continues.
