Loveland Police Officers Replace Stolen Scooters, Then Find Originals

Cops go above and beyond to help kids after library theft, then recover stolen property.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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In a heartwarming story, Loveland police officers purchased new scooters and helmets for two siblings after their original scooters were stolen from the library. But the officers didn't stop there - they obtained video footage, identified the thief, issued a summons, and recovered the original stolen scooters, returning them to the rightful owners.

Why it matters

This story highlights the positive impact law enforcement can have when they go the extra mile to help community members, especially children. It also demonstrates the police department's commitment to solving even minor crimes and restoring stolen property, rather than just giving up on a small case.

The details

The two siblings had ridden their scooters to the Loveland library to check out books. When they returned to the lobby, the scooters were missing. The police were called, and the Loveland officers pooled their own money to purchase new scooters and helmets for the kids. But the officers didn't stop there - they obtained a warrant for the library's video footage, identified the person who took the scooters, issued a summons for theft, and recovered the original stolen scooters, returning them to the rightful owners.

  • The siblings rode their scooters to the Loveland library on February 9, 2026.
  • The scooters were stolen from the library's lobby that same day.

The players

Loveland Police Department

The local law enforcement agency in Loveland, Colorado that responded to the scooter theft and went above and beyond to help the victims and solve the crime.

The two siblings

The children who had their scooters stolen from the Loveland library.

The thief

The individual who stole the scooters from the library lobby, and was later identified and issued a summons by the Loveland police.

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What they’re saying

“In this edition of a little local feel good news, the Loveland Police Department not only rallied together to do something nice for some of the citizens they protect, but took it a step further and solved a crime that many people would consider too small to dedicate their time to. Kudos for a job well done - twice!”

— Chris Kelly, Author (townsquarenoco.com)

What’s next

The thief will have to appear in court to face the theft charges issued by the Loveland police.

The takeaway

This heartwarming story demonstrates the positive impact law enforcement can have when they go above and beyond to help community members, especially children, and show a commitment to solving even minor crimes and restoring stolen property.