The CMPD Metro Division Command and officers have been working closely with the Auto Theft Unit Command and its detectives to combat criminal activity in the Atando Business Park area. Assets have been deployed including the use of a Bait Car to address the issues of larceny of auto.
The most recent use yielded the arrest of John Edward Price. Mr. Price was charged with Felony Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, Felony Possession of a Motor Vehicle and Misdemeanor Injury to Personal Property, for breaking out a window when he tried to escape from the vehicle.
This is the 25th arrest for Mr. Price in Mecklenburg County since January 28, 1984. Mr. Price remains in the custody of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff, under a bond of $91,000.
The bait car in use was provided by Nationwide Insurance. The Auto Theft Unit is grateful for the continued support of Nationwide Insurance in helping combat auto theft in Charlotte