Maryland Man Arrested After Police Link Him to 25 Vehicle Thefts Across Dundalk Neighborhoods
DUNDALK, MARYLAND — A 29-year-old man has been arrested after Baltimore County Police investigators connected him to 25 separate thefts from vehicles across multiple Dundalk neighborhoods, authorities announced Friday.
Suspect Identified After Two-Month Theft Pattern
Police identified the suspect as Michael Williams, who investigators say is directly tied to a string of vehicle thefts that occurred between October 8 and December 11. Each incident involved vehicles that had been left unlocked.
Detectives said Williams was identified through residential surveillance footage, which captured his movements in several affected neighborhoods. This footage ultimately helped officers locate and arrest him.
Stolen Handgun Recovered During Investigation
During the course of the investigation, police recovered a stolen handgun that had recently been reported missing from a vehicle in the area. Officials said the firearm was found in Williams’ possession, further linking him to the theft series.
Police have not yet specified whether Williams may face additional weapons-related charges connected to the recovery of the handgun.
Williams Held Without Bail as Case Moves Forward
Authorities confirmed Williams is currently being held without bail at the Baltimore County Detention Center pending further court proceedings. Additional charges may be added as detectives review evidence from the two-month span of reported thefts.
Police Issue Reminder to Residents
Baltimore County Police urged residents to lock their vehicles and avoid leaving personal belongings inside, emphasizing that every vehicle targeted in this theft series had been left unlocked.
The department is continuing its outreach in the Dundalk community to prevent similar crimes, especially with thefts from unlocked vehicles remaining a persistent concern.
Community Response and Safety Concerns
Residents in the area expressed relief following the arrest but remain concerned about ongoing theft trends. Police say additional patrols may be deployed in neighborhoods where vehicle break-ins have been more frequent.
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