Bike patrol gets boost thanks to officer’s win

The Avon Police Department recently added a new dimension to its bike patrol program; it’s called the Recon Police Powered Bike.

Avon police Officer David Layne, who currently is evaluating this new bike, is a 17-year veteran of the Avon Police Department and is a certified bike patrol officer, according to a news release.

Layne, also a school resource officer, and four other Avon officers attended training classes in 2018 at Notre Dame Collage in South Euclid.

The officers are members of the International Police Mountain Bike Association.

In May, Layne approached Avon police Capt. Larry Fischbach about entering a contest with Police Magazine where the bike was first prize.

In early August, Layne was notified that he won.

The Recon Police Power Bike is fitted with an electric motor, lithium ion battery and LCD control to harness the power.

The Recon Police Bike is capable of speeds up to 30 miles per hour and has a range capable of 50 miles depending on use, the release said.

Along with receiving the electric bike, Layne was awarded a light package, riding glasses, complete bike uniform and free admittance to the International Police Mountain Bike Association’s conference in 2021.

The Recon Power Bike will allow for faster response to calls, according to the release.

Laynealsowillevaluatethe Recon Power Bike for its overall operational capabilities.

Based on his evaluation, additional bikes may be added to the program, according to the release.