Oliver RCMP have taken one more prolific offender off the town’s streets.
This morning, Oliver RCMP received a report of a stolen F350 from the 300 block of Riesling Place in Oliver. The truck was stolen in the early morning hours between 1:00 and 6:00 a.m.
Oliver RCMP members conducted patrols and located the stolen vehicle parked at a residence in Oliver. A male was observed getting into the vehicle and attempting to drive away, which members were able to prevent by using a spike belt.
The driver, identified as 25-year-old Wade Morin, was arrested without incident and taken into custody.
Morin is prolific offender with an extensive criminal history. He has been charged with possession of stolen property over $5,000 and theft of motor vehicle.
He has been remanded to appear in Penticton court on January 24th, 2018. Crown will be seeking his detention.
