Vehicle stolen in Toronto found in a Caledon storage locker

A vehicle reported stolen in Toronto ended up in a Caledon storage locker.

Caledon OPP say they started an investigation on Sept. 17 after reports that a vehicle stolen from Toronto was in a storage facility in Caledon.

Officers found the storage locker and got a search warrant, OPP said. The vehicle was recovered in the search.

On Oct. 13, Kimo Christie, 26, of Welland was charged with theft over $5,000 of a motor vehicle, and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Christie has a court date in Orangeville on Dec. 29.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information should contact Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Caledon OPP offers a few tips to combat the growing trend of auto thefts:

• Ensure your vehicle keys are kept well away from doors and windows
• Use a signal-blocking pouch/box – they can block your key fob from transmitting its code to the vehicle as the pouch is lined with layers or metallic material
• Turn off the keyless fob wireless signal at night (refer to your car manual for instructions)
• Use a steering wheel lock or car alarm – this could add a significant delay or be a deterrent for thieves
• Consider a secondary audible car alarm – which works by using sensors placed in different points of your vehicle
• Park in the garage (if possible)
• Insert a car tracker – unusual activity is monitored, and car can be tracked using GPS if stolen