Four people have been arrested and charged with multiple offenses following a complex investigation into break, enter and theft occurrences at auto dealerships, auto shops and other businesses in Elgin, Middlesex, and Perth Counties in August of 2022. Between August 25, 2022, and August 31, 2022, members of the Elgin Middlesex Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and members of the London Police Service (LPS) executed warrants at three residences in London. Police recovered stolen property, including vehicle keys, tools, alcohol, clothing, and lottery tickets. Photos of seized property are attached to this media release.
Four people all from London are facing multiple offenses.
The OPP wish to thank of members of the London Police Service for their collaboration during this ongoing investigation.
Further updates will be provided when available.
Branden BUTCHART, 27-years-old of London is charged with:
Break and Enter with intent to commit an indictable offence
Theft of a Motor Vehicle
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (over $5000).
Possession of break-in instruments.
Jack LEDIET, 63-years-old of London is charged with:
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (over $5000).
Justin LEDIET, 27-years old of London is charged with:
Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (over $5000)
Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Resist Peace Officer
Possession of break-in instruments
Failure to comply with an undertaking
Failure to comply with Probation Order
Break and Enter with intent to commit an indictable offence
Theft of a Motor Vehicle
Possession of a Schedule 1 substance.
Kyle SHOLDICE, 28-years-old of London is charged with:
Break and Enter
Break and Enter with intent to commit an indictable offence
Robbery
Theft of a Motor Vehicle
Failure to comply with an undertaking.
written by: C. Soares
