An attempted burglary at an Akron car dealership has led to the arrest of a local teenager. Reports of a break-in at Vandevere Kia have emerged. Cleveland19 News documented the police response to the incident in the 300 block of West Market Street just before 2 a.m. today.
Upon arrival, the Akron Police Department officers discovered a suspect in the parking lot, reportedly with a key fob, and several cars running with their lights on. The suspect, identified as 19-year-old Christian Caldwell, also admitted "to taking keys from the business to access the cars," as noted by FOX8. Visible signs of forced entry included a shattered front door and at least two damaged vehicles on the lot.
Caldwell now faces multiple charges, with the Akron Police Department's release specifying breaking, unauthorized use of motor vehicles, theft, criminal mischief, and criminal damage. Further investigation uncovered that Caldwell had ventured into the closed dealership and even managed to drive one of the cars around the dealership lot, WKYC reports.
Following his arrest, Caldwell was booked into the Summit County Jail. The full extent of damage and potential loss to Vandevere Kia has not been disclosed at this time, however the incident raises concerns about security measures at local businesses, and the prompt address of potential vulnerabilities that may invite such criminal endeavors. The aftermath of Caldwell's actions offers a stark reminder of the fragility of property in the face of bold attempts at theft.
