A 32-year-old man from Cobourg is facing charges after police responded to a reported theft from a vehicle on Feb. 17.
Officers were called to the area of Walton Street and University Avenue after a complainant reported their wallet had been stolen from their car overnight. The victim also discovered fraudulent charges on their credit cards.
Police investigated the transactions and attended the businesses where the purchases were made. Officers identified a suspect and made an arrest.
The 32-year-old has been charged with fraud under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime.
The accused was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)