By Shawn Henry 
A man is facing criminal charges after authorities say he stole an Amazon delivery van while the driver was still inside, an incident that was partially captured on a neighborhood security camera and later documented in court records.
According to the published information, the theft unfolded when the suspect allegedly entered the delivery van and drove off with the driver still in the vehicle. Security camera footage showed the suspect running down a residential street before getting into the van and leaving the area.
During the incident, the delivery driver contacted emergency services while the vehicle was moving. Information from the 911 call indicates the suspect threatened the driver and demanded that he exit the van. The suspect reportedly told the driver he did not want to cause harm but insisted that the driver get out, also stating he did not want to take any hostages.
The driver ultimately escaped the situation without injury. Authorities confirmed that no physical harm was reported during or after the theft.
Court documents obtained by WXIX identify the suspect as 35-year-old Ryan Burke. Investigators allege Burke fled from police after taking the van, leading officers on a chase before the incident concluded. Details about where the chase ended or how Burke was taken into custody were not provided in the published information.
Burke now faces multiple charges connected to the incident. Those charges include failure to comply with an order or signal of a police officer, as well as receiving stolen property. The Amazon delivery van was considered stolen once it was taken without authorization, according to the case documents.
Authorities have not released additional details about what prompted the alleged theft or whether other charges could be filed as the case proceeds through the court system. The delivery driver’s identity was not made public, and no further injuries or property damage were reported.
The incident highlights the potential risks delivery drivers can face while on the job, particularly when vehicles are targeted during active deliveries. The case remains pending as it moves through the legal process, with Burke expected to answer to the charges outlined in court records.
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