The Oliver RCMP with help from a special enforcement unit have arrested an Oliver man in connection with a rash of property-related offences.
On November 28, local RCMP and Penticton police arrested 37-year-old Simon Bell, who is suspected in a number of break-ins and thefts that occurred in the surrounding area over the last few weeks.
Bell is currently charged with the following offences: dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen property over $5,000, obstruction of police, theft under $5,000, theft over $5,000, fraud, theft of a credit card, prohibited driving, and possession of a controlled substance.
Bell remains in custody, with his next scheduled court appearance set for December 6.

