Duval County

Bike thefts up in Jacksonville Beach: what you should know to keep yours safe

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. — Action News Jax reporter, Meghan Moriarty, spoke with two women who said they had their bikes stolen. Both said their bikes were locked, but it appeared they were cut.

The thefts appear to be happening at apartment complexes. Action News Jax obtained an email sent to Ocean Edge residents warning about several bike thefts in the last 2 to 3 weeks. BluWater Apartments residents also told Action News Jax they had bikes stolen too.

Here are some tips from the Jacksonville Beach Police Department to keep your bike safer: