Two alleged porch pirates have been arrested and charged by Montreal police, following a string of thefts in the city.
According to authorities, the suspects were identified as 29-year-old John Smith and 32-year-old Jane Doe. They were taken into custody on Wednesday and charged with multiple counts of theft and possession of stolen property.
The arrests come after a series of reported porch thefts in the Montreal area, where packages and other items were stolen from the front of homes. Police say they received numerous complaints from residents, leading them to launch an investigation.
During the investigation, surveillance footage was obtained and analyzed, which led to the identification of Smith and Doe as the suspects. They were subsequently arrested and taken into custody.
Police say that the suspects were found to be in possession of stolen items, including packages and other personal belongings. They are believed to have been targeting homes in the Montreal area for several weeks.
Authorities are reminding residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity in their neighborhoods. They also advise homeowners to take precautions, such as installing security cameras and requesting signature confirmation for package deliveries.
Smith and Doe are scheduled to appear in court on Thursday to face their charges. Police are continuing their investigation and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
This arrest serves as a reminder that porch theft is a serious crime and will not be tolerated in our community. The Montreal police are committed to keeping our neighborhoods safe and will continue to work diligently to prevent and solve these types of crimes.
