14-Year-Old Arrested After Fleeing Deputies on E-Bike in Orange County

Neighbors say incident highlights ongoing problem with teens racing e-bikes through their neighborhood.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Orange County, Florida after deputies said he tried to flee law enforcement on an electric bike. Neighbors reported hearing a helicopter circling overhead and witnessing deputies chasing the teen rider, an incident they say is not isolated as they have seen teens speeding through the neighborhood on e-bikes and evading police.

Why it matters

The incident highlights growing concerns about public safety and the reckless behavior of some teens riding e-bikes in residential areas. While e-bikes can provide affordable transportation, the high speeds and lack of oversight have led to dangerous situations for both riders and pedestrians in the community.

The details

Deputies attempted to pull over the 14-year-old for a traffic stop just after 7 p.m. on Wednesday near the intersection of Porter Road and Black Quill Drive. The teen fled on his e-bike, leading to a pursuit. Neighbors reported hearing the helicopter circling overhead and witnessing the chase. The 14-year-old was eventually arrested and taken to the Juvenile Assessment Center.

  • On Wednesday, February 12, 2026 around 7 p.m., deputies attempted to pull over the 14-year-old.

The players

Orange County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that pursued and arrested the 14-year-old rider.

14-year-old boy

The juvenile who fled from deputies on an electric bike.

Jim and Carrie Mullins

Neighbors who have witnessed teens speeding through the neighborhood on e-bikes and evading police.

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What they’re saying

“I've actually witnessed the sheriff's chasing kids through our neighborhood on an e-bike, and they actually escape and went out onto the road.”

— Carrie Mullins, Neighbor (clickorlando.com)

“It's shocking when you see them being chased. If you're doing this now, what are you going to be doing in five or 10 years?”

— Carrie Mullins, Neighbor (clickorlando.com)

“Grass can be replaced. Property can be replaced, but kids cannot be. For an e-bike, it's just not worth it.”

— Carrie Mullins, Neighbor (clickorlando.com)

What’s next

News 6 has requested dash camera and body camera footage related to the arrest to provide more details on the incident.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing concerns about the reckless behavior of some teens riding e-bikes in residential areas, which can endanger both riders and pedestrians. It underscores the need for increased education, enforcement, and oversight to promote public safety as e-bike usage continues to rise.