Minitonas has had a rash of property thefts across the area, and they have been found to have a common link.
On the 12th of March, officers responded to a break-in that was reported in the Minitonas area where power tools and several other items were stolen.
When officers were at another residence arresting a suspect about a different theft, they also spotted the tools and items from the previous report.
Further investigation concluded that this suspect was also linked to several property thefts throughout the area.
The 17-year-old male was charged with two counts each of mischief and theft, and single counts of Breaking and entering and possession of property obtained by crime.
On March 13th, in a transfer from RCMP custody, the 17-year-old attempted to flee, also landing him a charge of escape from lawful custody.
