Biker arrested after fleeing onto Port Dover beach

A motorcyclist who tried to evade arrest by driving onto the beach in Port Dover is facing charges.

According to a Norfolk County OPP media release, an officer was patrolling near the beach shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday and noticed two motorcycles with alleged licence plate infractions."

The two bikers fled the area, with one driving his motorcycle - which police allege was stolen - onto the Port Dover beach.

He was arrested a short time later without incident," police say.

A 37-year-old Hamilton man faces six charges, including possession of stolen property and operating a motor vehicle while prohibited.

A court date is pending.

J.P. Antonacci's reporting on Haldimand and Norfolk is funded by the Canadian government through its Local Journalism Initiative. jpantonacci@thespec.com