Mississippi man arrested after stolen motorcyles reportedly found on his property

Published 5:56 am Saturday, April 20, 2024

A Mississippi man has been arrested after stolen motorcycles were reportedly found on his property.

Biloxi PD officials announced on Friday that Isaac Jocouby Hartwell, 31, of Biloxi, was arrested on charges of possessing stolen property. Hartwell faces two felony counts in connection with the case.

The arrest was made on Wednesday following a tip-off that stolen motorcycles were present at a residence on Wiltshire Boulevard in Biloxi.

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Investigators organized an operation to pinpoint and apprehend potential suspects. Subsequently, law enforcement officers made contact with Hartwell, who had purportedly been linked to prior instances of motorcycle theft and possession of stolen goods.

A search warrant was secured for Hartwell’s residence as part of the ongoing investigation.During the search, officers found two stolen motorcycles. Hartwell was promptly taken into custody.

Hartwell’s bail was set at $50,000, and he was transferred to the Harrison County Adult Detention Center.

Individuals possessing information pertinent to the case are encouraged to reach out to Biloxi PD Criminal Investigations at 228-435-6112 or to Crime Stoppers at 877-787-5898.