2 Teens Arrested for Reckless Electric Motorcycle Stunts at Culver City High

Months-long investigation leads to apprehension of suspects who fled Beverly Hills police in 2025

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:36pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of an electric motorcycle handlebar and throttle, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A recent wave of reckless electric motorcycle stunts in Beverly Hills has led to increased enforcement and safety concerns in the community.Beverly Hills Today

Two teenage suspects were arrested at Culver City High School on April 16 following a months-long investigation into a reckless driving incident in Beverly Hills in December 2025. The teens had fled police on electric motorcycles after officers attempted to stop them for performing dangerous exhibition stunts.

Why it matters

The incident highlights growing concerns around the reckless use of electric motorcycles and other high-powered electric vehicles, which can pose significant safety risks to both riders and the public when operated irresponsibly. Police are urging parents and riders to exercise extreme caution and follow all traffic regulations.

The details

On December 10, 2025, Beverly Hills Police Department officers observed two individuals performing "exhibition stunts" and driving recklessly on electric motorcycles. When officers attempted a traffic stop, the teens fled the scene. After a four-month investigation, BHPD investigators identified the suspects and, with assistance from the Culver City Police Department, took them into custody on the campus of Culver City High School on Thursday, April 16.

  • On December 10, 2025, Beverly Hills police observed the reckless driving incident.
  • On April 16, 2026, the two suspects were arrested at Culver City High School.

The players

Beverly Hills Police Department

The law enforcement agency that initially responded to the reckless driving incident and led the investigation.

Culver City Police Department

The law enforcement agency that assisted Beverly Hills police in apprehending the suspects at Culver City High School.

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What’s next

BHPD is continuing to monitor the rise of electric motorcycle use in the area to prevent similar incidents.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing need for increased education and enforcement around the safe and responsible use of high-powered electric vehicles, especially among young riders, to protect both the operators and the broader community.