Hamilton man charged in connection with vehicle thefts in Oakville

According to Halton Police, back in November 2020, several Oakville residents reported their vehicles had been broken into and items had been stolen.

In one instance, police say the suspect also broke into a residence and stole two vehicles from the driveway.

Both vehicles were later recovered in Stoney Creek and Ancaster and officers were able to identify the man responsible for the crimes.

On January 19, 2021, members of the 2 District Street Crime Unit arrested 19-year-old Hamilton resident Nathan Carney.

Police say he has been charged with nine counts of theft under $5000, break and enter, two counts of theft of motor vehicle and failure to comply with probation.

Police say Carney was released on an undertaking.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the 2 District Street Crime Unit at 905-825-4777 ext. 2208.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477