Saskatoon police officers have apprehended 48 tires with an estimated value of $24,000 during an investigation conducted on Tuesday. The tires were discovered within a storage locker and a U-Haul vehicle. The investigation commenced following a report received from the Regina Police Station, which suggested that an individual had employed a fraudulent identification document and credit cards to procure tires from a local dealership. Through the course of the investigation, officers were able to locate the stolen tires. Consequently, a 17-year-old male has been arrested and charged with theft and fraud, both involving amounts greater than $5,000. The investigation has revealed that the incidents of tire theft have taken place in various Saskatchewan communities, including Saskatoon, Regina, and Moose Jaw. Police authorities are encouraging individuals who suspect they may have fallen victim to this type of crime to contact their local police department or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
48 Tires Valued at $24,000 Seized in Saskatoon Investigation
