CAR BREAK-INS LEAD TO INDICTMENT

A Delaware County Grand Jury has returned a 12-count indictment against 26-year-old Tarra Temple of Columbus.

Charges come after a series of calls to law enforcement regarding car break-ins in both Delaware and Franklin Counties from May 3, 2016 through June 11, 2016.

“Reports to law enforcement were spread across various agencies including the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, Powell Police, and the Upper Arlington and New Albany Police Departments as well,” said Delaware County Prosecutor Carol O’Brien. “Items reported missing included credit cards, camera equipment, gift cards, a gps system, tools, a laptop, a purse and wallet, and more.”

An investigation led authorities to a residence where Temple was staying, and a search turned up some of the items that had been reported missing. Further investigation revealed several of the stolen credit cards had been used at local retailers including Kroger, Target, Speedway, and White Castle.

Temple is charged with nine counts of receiving stolen property – all fifth-degree felonies, and three counts of theft – also fifth-degree felonies.

An arraignment date is not yet set.