Police in Peterborough, Ontario, have made an arrest in connection with an alleged “distraction theft” of thousands of dollars worth of golf merchandise earlier this month.
On May 7, a woman entered a store in the area of Lansdowne and Dobbin streets, followed shortly by two men. The men made a purchase, but the woman exited the store without paying for approximately $20,000 worth of golf merchandise. The men left shortly afterward.
An investigation revealed that the trio had met up after leaving the store. They had also attempted a similar distraction scam at another store selling golf equipment.
Through further investigation, one suspect was identified. On Monday night, officers on general patrol located the suspect vehicle near Park St. South and Stewart Street.
A traffic stop led to the arrest of a 32-year-old man from Ajax, Ontario. He was charged with theft over $5,000 and released on an undertaking. He is scheduled to appear in court in Peterborough on June 11.
The investigation continues to locate the other two suspects. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Peterborough Police Service at 705-876-1122 ext. 555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
