Men Rode Vehicles in Cinder Banks, Police Say

Two men were cited for violating a borough ordinance, after Hellertown Police say they were caught riding off-road vehicles in the Cinder Banks area near the Saucon Creek.

The Cinder Banks is an extension of Water Street Park and a borough-owned natural area near the Saucon Creek.

In a news release, police said Ritchie R. Rosa, 32, of the 2400 block of South Fourth Street, Allentown, and Angel L. Rivas-Miranda, 28, of the 1500 block of East Ninth Street, Bethlehem, were caught riding their vehicles at about 5:20 p.m. May 1.

Police said the vehicles were impounded, pending proof of their ownership.

A violation of the borough ordinance "Prohibited Acts in Park System" carries a fine of up to $1,000, police said.