95.3 / 88.5 FM Grand Rapids and 95.3 FM Muskegon
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Detroit man charged with West Michigan thefts

Wikimedia Commons

A Detroit man has been charged with stealing a car and multiple thefts in West Michigan

On the evening of February 14th, a Kent County Sheriff’s Deputy spotted a stolen vehicle in the parking lot of the Gaines Township Meijer. After the driver returned to the vehicle, he was detained by deputies. It was discovered that the vehicle had been stolen from Waterford Township.

Through the investigation, it was found that the suspect had committed multiple thefts from retail stores in both Grand Rapids Township and Lansing.

The 26-year-old man was arrested and charged with possessing a stolen vehicle. Additional charges are being sought in regard to additional thefts. In total, it is believed the man stole upwards of $550 dollars’ worth of items.

The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is continuing to investigate stolen car complaints due to those vehicles being used in other crimes throughout West Michigan.

If you have information on this crime, notice something suspicious or discover that your license plate has been stolen, you’re asked to call the Kent County Sheriff's Office or Silent Observer.

Dave joined WGVU Public Media in November of 2023 after eighteen years as a Michigan Association of Broadcasters Emmy-nominated photojournalist and editor at Grand Rapids' WOOD TV8 and three years at WEYI TV25 in Flint, Michigan. As a General Assignment Reporter, Dave covers daily news and community events all over West Michigan.
Related Content