A Tupelo man has been arrested and charged in connection with the theft of a vehicle reported earlier this month on North Madison Street.
On April 7, officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle. The victim informed police that the vehicle had been parked at a family member’s home when a neighbor notified them that it was no longer there.
Following an investigation, 40-year-old Matthew J. Parker of Tupelo was arrested on April 17 and charged with Grand Larceny – Taking of a Motor Vehicle.
On April 18, Tupelo Municipal Court Judge Weir set Parker’s bond at $5,000. The case will be presented to the Lee County Grand Jury for further review.