Haverhill Police arrested a number of people, and cited others, Wednesday night for various driving offenses during a citywide crackdown on illegal use of dirt bikes, e-bikes, scooters and other motorized vehicles.
A 20-year-old was among those charged after allegedly placing a child in danger while riding a motorcycle. Luis Torres-Reyes, of 44 North Street, Haverhill, was arrested at 1:42 p.m., on White Street, and charged with negligent operation of a motor vehicle, disorderly conduct, unlicensed driving, driving an unregistered motor vehicle, driving an uninsured motor vehicle and reckless endangerment of a child.
“The Haverhill Police Department remains committed to keeping our roadways, neighborhoods, and public spaces safe for all travelers. Similar enforcement details will continue on a random basis to educate operators and ensure compliance with state laws.” Police said in a social media post. The statement also warned residents that simultaneous online rumors about an escaped prisoner are false.
Haverhill carried out the crackdown with Massachusetts State Police and Massachusetts Environmental Police.
Others arrested included 19-year-old Elian Robles Encarnacion, of Washington Street, on charges of disorderly conduct, unlicensed driving, negligent driving and a motorcycle equipment violation; Jason Gebow, 47, of Salem, N.H., disorderly conduct, passing violation, marked lanes violation and negligent driving; Caleb Hale, 20, of Marshland Street, Haverhill, disorderly conduct, passing violation, marked lanes violation and negligent driving; Emmanuelle Vargas, 33 of Oak Terrace, Haverhill, inspection/sticker and driving after license revocation; and Juan Ramirez-Dominguez. 43, of North Street, Haverhill, failing to stop or yield stop, using an electronic device and driving after license suspension.
Haverhill Police said the operation “combined education and enforcement efforts aimed at improving public safety and addressing concerns related to reckless and unlawful vehicle operation. Officers conducted multiple motor vehicle stops, issued citations and warnings and made several arrests.”