A tattooed motorcyclist with dark, bushy eyebrows is keeping Pasadena officers busy, and now police are turning to the public for help finding him. Investigators say the rider, described as a man in his 20s to 30s, has been spotted on a black 2021 Suzuki DR‑Z400 dirt bike with no license plate.
According to NBC Los Angeles, one of the tattoos on the rider’s right arm appears heart-shaped, and police said the driver "has been involved in multiple dangerous pursuits across several jurisdictions." The outlet reports that anyone who recognizes him is urged to contact Pasadena Police at 626‑744‑4241 or call LA Regional Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1‑800‑222‑8477.
Policy Changes Put Brakes On Risky Chases
The Pasadena Police Department's updated vehicle‑pursuit policy, which took effect Dec. 1, 2025, spells out tighter rules on when officers can keep chasing and when they have to back off. The policy states officers "shall have an affirmative duty to cancel a pursuit that no longer meets the criteria" and warns against certain intervention techniques on motorcycles because of rollover and loss‑of‑control risks, according to the Pasadena Police Department's policy update. The document also increases communication, supervisor oversight, and reporting requirements to cut down on unnecessary chases and better protect the public.
Local History Of Called-Off Chases
Pasadena officers have already shown they are willing to hit the brakes when a chase becomes too dangerous, especially with motorcycles. Local reporting notes that a June 2025 pursuit of a reportedly stolen motorcycle in Pasadena was called off after officers said the rider’s erratic driving made the chase too risky. The bike was later recovered in Eagle Rock, as reported by Pasadena Now.
How To Share Tips Safely
Police are warning residents not to try to play hero. They advise anyone who spots the rider to stay away and instead call the Pasadena Police tip line at 626‑744‑4241 or submit anonymous information to LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑222‑8477. NBC Los Angeles reports the department has shared still photos and video on social media in hopes someone recognizes the rider, and investigators are asking anyone who has their own footage to send it in.
As the search continues, Pasadena officials say they are coordinating with neighboring agencies to track leads while keeping public safety at the forefront. Investigators are repeating a simple message for residents with information: call police or Crime Stoppers, and leave the confrontation to law enforcement.
