It’s disheartening when thieves target the innocent—especially children.

Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happened in Westport, where a young boy’s four-wheeler was stolen right from his own driveway.

Nicole Martin, the boy’s mother, is determined to track down the culprit and recover the missing ATV. She reported the theft to the Westport Police Department, which is actively investigating the case.

Hoping to spread the word, Martin also turned to social media, urging the community to be on the lookout:

“MISSING 4-Wheeler! Sadly my son’s 4-wheeler has gone missing from our driveway on Amory Petty Way in Westport. If anyone has seen it or has any info, please let me or the WPD know. It’s a beat-up 2020 Kawasaki Brute Force 300.”

Westport has long been a town where the sounds of dirt bikes and four-wheelers are part of everyday life—a sign of kids enjoying the outdoors rather than being glued to screens. Losing that simple joy to theft is a tough blow.

If you have any information about the stolen ATV or the person responsible, please contact the Westport Police Department at (508) 636-1122.

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