Package Thief Arrested Multiple Times in One Day

A Guelph man has been arrested for stealing children’s gifts from the porch of a downtown-area home.

Approximately 11:15 a.m. Sunday a resident of Nottingham Street contacted police after his home’s security system alerted him to the theft. A man went onto the porch and stole two packages which contained gifts for the homeowner’s children. Four hours later police were called for a suspicious person at a north-end business and recognized the male from the earlier theft.

Caught in Guelph (and Area) community member Kirsty posted of the incident with security footage of the incident. 

A 26-year-old Guelph man is charged with theft under $5,000. He was released with a future court date, however Sunday evening was arrested again after entering a downtown apartment building and stealing items. He was held for a bail hearing Monday.