Man, 38, charged over spate of thefts from vehicles in Manchester city centre
30.11.2023 - 12:33
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A man has been charged in connection with a spate of thefts from vehicles in Manchester city centre.
Police said the 'multiple' thefts were reported to officers between September and November. Stephen Prescott, of no fixed abode, has now been charged in connection with the incidents.
The 38-year-old has been charged with three counts of three from a motor vehicle. He was remanded into custody.
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Prescott was due to appear at Manchester Magistrates' Court today (November 30), police added. In a statement, a GMP spokesperson said: "A 38-year-old man has been charged after officers received reports of multiple thefts from motor vehicles across Manchester City Centre between September and November 2023.
"Stephen Prescott (14/10/1985) of no fixed abode was charged with three counts of theft from motor vehicle. He was remanded into custody to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court today (Thursday 30 November 2023).
"You can report any crime or information by calling 101 or by using the 'report' tool or LiveChat option on the GMP website: www.gmp.police.uk. Alternatively, you can report information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
"Always dial 999 in an emergency. For more information on how to protect yourself, your home, vehicle or business from crime, please visit our crime prevention web page for advice."
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