The Newport Police Department has released the following information in regards to locating a stolen Coxy Trike.

The Newport Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the following Cozy Trike battery powered tricycle Color Red with a Black seat, the item below is similar in nature except the one stolen does not have a front basket.This item was taken sometime over the weekend of September 9th from the area of East Bowery Street while the elderly owner was incapacitated. This is the only form of transportation for this elderly gentleman.

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Any information can be forwarded to Community Police Officer Josh Wildes at 401-845-5864 or the item can be returned to the Newport Police Department or the Community Police Office located at 514 Thames Street.

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