Winnipeg Police called in the dogs when a car thief ran from a stolen vehicle after being spotted by police.
It happened just after 6:00 pm on Monday, November 20, 2017, officers were conducting a patrol in the 400 block of Pacific Avenue when they saw the stolen car. As they attempted to stop the vehicle the driver bailed out and took off on foot.
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The members of the K-9 unit were able to track the suspect to a home in the 400 block of Alexander Avenue. They found the thief hiding under garbage under a porch.
Thomas Jeremy Spence, 30 from Winnipeg is facing a charge of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000 for his alleged involvement. Spence was also wanted on two other outstanding warrants.
He remains in custody.
-News 4-
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