Chardon police officers Mike Shaw and Paul Pfiester are traveling a familiar daily beat, but occasionally on new wheels. While some police departments are stepping up to ATVs, motorcycles or horses, Chardon’s is going in a community-friendly direction with a Giant Talon bicycle outfitted for police work. The bike allows Pfiester and Shaw to “cruise” the city streets and paths, day or night, quietly observing, rendering assistance and keeping abreast of activity that might evaporate at the sight of a normal cruiser. The pair, working opposite shifts, share the bike, which rides along on a quick-release rack on the back...
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