Quebec man charged in attempted Lexus theft in Stouffville
Article content
York Regional Police have charged a Quebec man and are looking for more suspects after they foiled an attempted auto theft in Stouffville.
On Friday, at 2:10 a.m., police were called to the area of Ina Lane and Mostar St. for reports of a ongoing vehicle theft.
tap here to see other videos from our team.
Quebec man charged in attempted Lexus theft in Stouffville Back to video
tap here to see other videos from our team.
Police said the victim told officers his Lexus GX460 was being stolen.
The suspect fled as police arrived, but was caught and arrested.
The suspect was in possession of a key fob programmer device.
Police also saw the suspect vehicle, a grey Mercedes sedan, fleeing the area.
Although the theft was unsuccessful, the vehicle was damaged.
Raheem Mateenjam, 27, of Chateauguay, Que., is charged with theft of motor vehicle, possession of automobile master key, possession of break-in instruments, and disguise with Intent.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7541, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
RECOMMENDED VIDEO
tap here to see other videos from our team.
Postmedia is committed to maintaining a lively but civil forum for discussion. Please keep comments relevant and respectful. Comments may take up to an hour to appear on the site. You will receive an email if there is a reply to your comment, an update to a thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information.