Two arrested, charged; stolen property returned

CHELAN - Sheriff Brian Burnett reports on September 23 and 24, several thefts, burglaries and car prowls were reported in the Chelan area.  The combined property taken in these multiple crimes was over $5,000.  

Surveillance cameras at one of the burglary sites captured a suspicious vehicle. This vehicle was later seen driving in Chelan, was stopped, and some of the stolen property was seen in the vehicle. Both the driver and passenger from the vehicle were arrested.

A search warrant was subsequently served on the vehicle, and the stolen property was returned to the owners.  Other items were recovered from the vehicle, but the owners have not yet been identified.

The suspects have been charged with Burglary 2nd Degree; Theft 2nd Degree; Possession of Stolen Property 2nd Degree, Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance Heroin; Possession of Burglary Tools, and Vehicle Prowl 2nd Degree.