John D. Robertson Jr. : “Scooter driver arrested after Pittsburg crash”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Pittsburg scooter accident
2. Scooter driver arrest incident

PITTSBURG, Kan. (KWCH) – A man was arrested by Pittsburg police in the early hours of Monday after crashing a scooter and providing false information about his identity. The incident occurred around 12:45 a.m. when an officer spotted the scooter crash at the intersection of West Martin Avenue and South Georgia Street. The driver, who initially gave a fake name, was later identified as 32-year-old John D. Robertson Jr. of Frontenac, Kansas. Robertson faces charges including possession of stolen property, interference with law enforcement, possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department.

The Scooter Crash in Pittsburg, Kansas

In the early hours of Monday morning, Pittsburg police were alerted to a scooter crash at the intersection of West Martin Avenue and South Georgia Street. The incident occurred shortly after midnight, catching the attention of an officer patrolling the area.

Details of the Incident

As the officer approached the scene, they found a man who had crashed a scooter while attempting to make a turn onto Martin Avenue from Georgia Street. The driver, in a bid to conceal his identity, provided false information to the officer. However, upon further investigation, it was discovered that the scooter had been reported stolen in Pittsburg.

Arrest and Charges

The scooter driver, identified as 32-year-old John D. Robertson Jr. from Frontenac, Kansas, was taken to Ascension Via Christi Hospital for treatment before being transferred to the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office. Robertson now faces multiple charges, including felony possession of stolen property, felony interference with law enforcement, felony possession of methamphetamine, misdemeanor possession of marijuana, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. He is currently being held without bond.

Appeal for Information

The Pittsburg Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident and is appealing to the public for any information that may assist in the case. Anyone with details about the crash is urged to contact the department at (620) 231-1700 or the automated tip line at (620) 231-TIPS (8477). Callers can choose to remain anonymous.

The authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the scooter crash and are committed to ensuring that justice is served in this matter. The safety and security of the community remain a top priority for law enforcement in Pittsburg.