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May 2020
Three men arrested after investigation into stolen parked cars in Harrogate
Over the past four months, the police say there has been a large number of reports cars being stolen, particularly in the south of the town. The thefts mainly took place at night with valuables stolen from the cars which were left unlocked.
Three men were arrested yesterday in connection with the investigation. A large amount of suspected property was recovered by officers, including sunglasses, satnavs, watches and jewellery.
One of the men, aged 22, has been released on bail as enquiries continue. Another man, aged 29, has been released under investigation.
A third man, 31, has been charged with fraud in connection with the use of a stolen bank card on 17 April 2020. He will appear at Harrogate Magistrates Court in June.
Officers are now making enquiries to identify the property and return it to its owners.
Sergeant Nicola Colbourne, of Harrogate South Neighbourhood Policing Team, said in many cases the vehicles stolen weren't locked:
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