NewsCrime

Actions

Teenager arrested in Colorado Springs for their connection to smash-and-grab burglaries

Galaxy Glass Smash-and-Grab
Posted

COLORADO SPRINGS — Police say they have arrested an individual allegedly connected to smash-and-grab burglaries that have plagued local vape stores and some gun stores this year.

So far this year, the Colorado Springs Police Department says there have been a total of 36 smash-and-grabs across the city. With vape shops being a large target.

WATCH: Smash-and-grab burglaries continue after police give warning to local businesses

On Thursday the Metro Burglary Unit conducted a search warrant in the 1400 block of Tamarisk Drive, on the southwest side of Colorado Springs.

While the investigation continues, police say a teenager was arrested and taken into custody for the following:

  • burglary
  • criminal mischief
  • motor vehicle theft

I reached out to Colorado Springs police and the department says that they continue to investigate and are working on developing more suspects.
Due to the fact that the individual is a minor, they will not be identified by police.

___



Former Colorado County Clerk Sentenced To 9 Years In Prison

The former Mesa County Clerk was sentenced to nine years in prison for her role in tampering with election systems.

Former clerk believes Tina Peters case illuminates the influence of election denial rhetoric

News Tips
What should KOAA5 cover? Is there a story, topic, or issue we should revisit? Have a story you believe should make the light of day? Let our newsroom know with the contact form below.

____

Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with our free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching.