Hamilton man charged in connection with series of vehicle thefts

Hamilton police have charged an 18-year-old local man in connection with a series of vehicle thefts across the city.

In October, investigators began looking into three stolen vehicles and one attempted vehicle theft that happened during the overnight hours of Oct.19.

Detectives identified connections between all four incidents and were able to identify one of the suspects believed to be involved.

Last Tuesday, officers arrested 18-year-old Lucas Patrick Campbell of Hamilton in connection with the incidents. 

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Police say a search warrant was also executed at his home in the north end of the city.

Detectives say Campbell was charged with 12 offences including motor vehicle theft, attempting motor vehicle theft, mischief under $5,000, possession of burglary tools and failing to comply with a release order.

The investigation remains ongoing. Officers believe the group of suspects involved may be responsible for dozens of vehicle thefts throughout Hamilton over the past several months.

If anyone has any information that they believe could assist with the investigation into these crimes, they are asked to contact Det. Shaun Fennessy at 905-546-3849 or Det. Staff Sgt. David Brewster at 905-546-2991.

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