Ottawa man with cerebral palsy shocked by 'brazen' custom bike theft
An Ottawa man with cerebral palsy is seeking the return of his custom-built bicycle, which was stolen from his home in mid-July. The bike was specifically modified for his disability, making it irreplaceable and essential for his physical fitness.
Why it matters
The theft highlights the disproportionate impact of crime on individuals with disabilities who rely on specialized equipment for daily living.
August 7 | Duration 2:10 An Ottawa man with cerebral palsy whose custom-built bike was stolen from his Alta Vista home wants it back. He shared his story with CBC's Matthew Kupfer. (Aug. 7 update: Based on information from Ottawa police, a previous version of this story said the man was elderly and had Parkinson's disease. Police have since corrected that, saying he's in his 50s and has cerebral palsy.) Social Sharing An Ottawa man with cerebral palsy whose custom-built bike was stolen from his Alta Vista home in mid-July wants it back.
Kevin Shaw said the bike was made specially for him so that he could exercise and stay fit.
“It may not seem like it's a big deal … a lot of people get things stolen every day unfortunately, but it's a little more work for someone with a disability," the 54-year-old said.
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