The Winnipeg Police Service has laid 30 charges following a slew of break-ins and the theft of eight vehicles across the city. According to police, the investigation involved 11 incidents between Sept. 11 and Oct. 17. This includes eight break-ins at various car dealerships and autobody shops, as well as the theft of eight vehicles. On Sept. 14, one of the stolen vehicles was found in the William Whyte area. The major crimes unit continued to investigate and identified a suspect. On Oct. 19, the suspect was arrested in the 300 block of Carlton Street. At the time of the arrest, he was in possession of keys linked to one of the stolen vehicles. A 35-year-old man has been charged with 30 offences related to commercial break-ins and vehicle thefts. He is in custody and the charges have not been proven in court.
