Northumberland OPP – Driver Arrested Shortly After Theft of Vehicle (Name Released)
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) made an arrest in relation to the theft of a motor vehicle in Colborne.
On August 9, 2024, at approximately 8:05 a.m., OPP responded to a report of an unlocked motor vehicle stolen from outside a business on King Street East.
Officers patrolled the area and a short time later, a vehicle matching the description provided was observed being driven westbound on Highway 401 in the Township of Hamilton. Officers then confirmed that it was the stolen vehicle in question.
A traffic stop was conducted, and the vehicle pulled over at a location off County Road 28 in the Municipality of Port Hope. The driver exited the vehicle and was subsequently arrested by police. The individual would not identify themselves and details were later ascertained through investigation.
Nathan BARRET, 33-years-old, from Binbrook, has been charged with:
– Theft of motor vehicle
– Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
– Obstruct Peace Officer
– Theft under $5,000
– Operation while prohibited
– Breach of recognisance.
The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg
Northumberland OPP would like to remind motorists to lock their vehicles when they park them. In terms of preventing this type of incident, keep in mind that a person committing this type of theft, is looking for an easy target. For more information, please visit: Ontario Provincial Police – Lock It or Lose It (opp.ca)
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