Surveillance footage leads police to suspect accused of vehicle larceny spree
Police say Christofer Colon, 26, was arrested Tuesday after breaking into one car and targeting several others in Mamaroneck.
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Christofer Colon, a 26-year-old Mamaroneck resident, was arrested Tuesday after allegedly breaking into a car on Gertrude Avenue and stealing money from inside, according to Mamaroneck police.
In a release, police said surveillance cameras captured Colon roaming through the neighborhood early Tuesday morning and trying to open a locked car. After an unsuccessful attempt, he allegedly broke into another car on Gertrude Avenue and stole an undisclosed amount of money.
Additional village cameras showed Colon targeting a third car in the New Street area, police said.
Camera footage helped police identify Colon, who was arrested within hours at 12:35 p.m.
In the wake of the arrest, police advised residents to lock their doors, remove valuables and keys, and promptly report suspicious activity.
Colon faces a petit larceny charge. He was taken to police headquarters, where he was awaiting processing.
Editor’s note: The original text lists “petit larceny and a Class A misdemeanor” as separate charges, but it is unclear whether the misdemeanor refers to petit larceny or an additional charge. Please confirm the charge description before publication.
