Police Chase through Niagara Falls Ends with Arrest in North Tonawanda

Niagara Falls Police were engaged in routine patrol around 11:15am on August 14th when they observed a white motorcycle pass by them with no license plates. Officers activated their overhead emergency lights and sirens and attempted to initiate a traffic stop at the intersection of Hyde Park Boulevard and Porter Road.

The traffic light was red but the driver failed to pull over and proceeded through the red light. Officers advised dispatch that they had initiated a vehicle pursuit.

The motorcycle continued southbound on Hyde Park Boulevard, committing multiple traffic infractions. The vehicle turned onto Buffalo Avenue and continued eastbound, maintaining a speed of approx. 45MPH in a 30MPH zone.

Meanwhile, the motorcycle continued to commit additional vehicle and traffic violations. The motorcycle turned onto River Road and continued eastbound.

Officers advised dispatch to contact the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office and North Tonawanda Police to inform them that the pursuit was heading into their jurisdictions. Officers terminated their pursuit at the intersection of River Road and 102nd Street.

Shortly afterward, officers were advised that the driver had been taken into custody by the North Tonawanda Police Department. The driver, identified as Shawn Candelaria, was transported back to police headquarters for booking and processing.

Candelaria was issued several uniform traffic tickets and released. No further information is available at this time.

Police Chase through Niagara Falls Ends with Arrest in North Tonawanda