Elite cyclists chase down man who allegedly stole a bike

Monday 20 January 2025 · 5 outlets · 5 reports · updated Mon 20 Jan 2025, 1:45pm

A man has been arrested in Invercargill after allegedly stealing a $15,000 road bike. The theft occurred on Saturday while a group of elite cyclists were eating following a national racing event. Two cyclists reportedly chased and apprehended the individual after he travelled approximately three blocks.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 20 Jan 2025, 8:43am

   Invercargill bike thief chased down by elite racers (opens in new tab)

   • Invercargill bike thief’s getaway no match for elite cyclists (opens in new tab) Mon 20 Jan 2025, 1:45pm
2. RNZMon 20 Jan 2025, 9:19am

   Cyclists hit the brakes on 'out-of-breath' thief's getaway (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsMon 20 Jan 2025, 9:27am

   Elite cyclists easily catch thief trying to steal $15,000 bike (opens in new tab)

4. The Press via StuffMon 20 Jan 2025, 9:56am

   Elite cyclists chase down man who allegedly stole their bike (opens in new tab)

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