A Delivery Interrupted by a Carjacking
A man is facing criminal charges after authorities say he stole a delivery van while the driver was still inside, an incident partially captured by a neighborhood security camera and later documented in court records. According to the available information, the theft began when the suspect allegedly ran down a residential street, got into the van, and drove off with the driver still inside.
A 911 Call From a Moving Vehicle
While the van was moving, the driver managed to contact emergency services. Audio from the 911 call indicates the suspect threatened the driver and demanded he get out of the vehicle, while also stating he didn’t want to hurt him or take a hostage. The driver ultimately got out of the situation without injury, and authorities confirmed no physical harm was reported during or after the theft.
Suspect Identified, Faces Additional Charges
Court documents 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 he was ultimately apprehended, though details about where the chase ended or how he was taken into custody weren’t included in the available records.
Charges Filed
Burke now faces multiple charges tied to the incident, including failure to comply with an order or signal of a police officer and receiving stolen property, since the van was considered stolen once taken without authorization. Authorities haven’t released further details about what prompted the alleged theft or whether additional charges could follow as the case proceeds.
A Reminder of the Risks Delivery Drivers Face
The delivery driver’s identity has not been made public, and no additional injuries or property damage were reported. The case underscores a risk that delivery drivers increasingly face on the job: being targeted for vehicle theft while actively making a delivery, sometimes with the driver still inside. The case remains pending as it moves through the court system, and Burke is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.