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Payson Police searching for dirt-biker causing damage in local park

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Payson Police Department is searching for information on a dirt-biker who has been seen causing damage at a local park. According to police, the rider has been seen riding through Payson Hollow Park causing damage and narrowly avoiding collision with people and children on the walking trail.

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