On Friday, a Vacaville resident following his recently stolen motorcycle, inadvertently triggered a chain of events. This dramatic pursuit led to the eventual arrest of the suspect, Riley Treaux, on multiple felony charges. The Vacaville Police Department detailed the gripping account on their Facebook page, thanking those who assisted in the pursuit and eventual capture of the suspect.
According to the police recount, the drama unfolded around lunchtime when the motorcycle owner reported the sighting of his stolen property. Treaux, described as a white male wearing a red shirt and black baseball hat, fled the scene upon confrontation by the property owner. The chase saw the suspect speeding through populated areas, including the vicinity of Elm Elementary School and Lagoon Valley Park, endangering bystanders in his attempt to evade capture.
As the pursuit continued, the Vacaville Police Department, guided by helpful residents, tracked his whereabouts and eventually cornered him in an orchard where he was captured after attempting to flee on foot.
When the pursuing officer momentarily lost sight of the suspect, citizens were quick to point out his direction. Treaux now faces a myriad of charges, including Reckless Evading, Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, and Violation of Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS). The Vacaville Police Department's official statement demonstrates appreciation for the community's involvement in the arrest, stating that "huge thank you to all those in the area who help point us in the right direction as we worked to keep track of Mr. Treaux's whereabouts! Together, we all help keep Vacaville safe!"
The Vacaville Police Department urges anyone who may have witnessed Treaux's actions or were endangered by his behavior during this incident to contact Officer Balsley at 707-449-5275.
