Suspect wanted related to ‘violent’ vehicle theft in Lakeshore

Police say a female suspect was captured on video as a passenger in the stolen vehicle. (Source: WPS)

Windsor police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect related to a violent stolen vehicle theft in Lakeshore.

On March 27, a Honda CR-V was stolen in Lakeshore. Police say during the incident, the vehicle’s owner was dragged by the vehicle and sustained injuries.

Investigators with the Windsor Police Auto Theft Unit recovered the stolen vehicle on April 23 in a parking lot in the 3400 block of Bloomfield Road.

As the investigation progressed, officers identified a female suspect who was captured on video as a passenger in the stolen vehicle.

Investigators are asking anyone who may recognize the suspect or has information about this incident to contact the Windsor Police Auto Theft Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4810. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.