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Suspect Arrested for Smashing Window at Urban Cycles Bike Shop

Posted on Author Matt ContiComments(4)

Urban Cycles / AdvenTours on Atlantic Avenue had their window smashed when a test rider took a bike, caused an altercation, and then came back to throw pavers at the shop.

Boston Police responded at approximately 10:30 am on Friday morning and arrested Jared Collette, 25, near City Hall Plaza, after he allegedly kicked and spit on them. Collette is charged with unarmed robbery, assault by means of a dangerous weapon, assault and battery on a police officer, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and malicious destruction of property.

Urban Cycles tells the story and caught the scene on video, shown below.

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4 Replies to “Suspect Arrested for Smashing Window at Urban Cycles Bike Shop”

  2. They need to send that whacko to Bridgewater for 30 days observation. Just more proof of truly disturbed people walking the streets of Boston.

    1. Vandalizing businesses is a natural trend, it’s the new fashion statement. This guy wanted to take something for nothing. It’s the new national obsession.

      1. T, I guess they don’t make thieves like they used to.If your going to throw bricks and try to steal a bike at least wait until the store is closed.

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