A Warren man who allegedly attempted to steal tools from a downtown Royal Oak construction site was apprehended by Royal Oak police on July 12 after officers found him pushing a garbage can near Lafayette and Ninth Street at approximately 8 p.m.
According to Royal Oak police, Timothy Haystead, 47, of Warren, was intoxicated and could not explain why he was pushing a garbage can filled with a number of expensive tools.
After arresting Haystead for public intoxication, officers discovered a business under construction in the former Dobie Jeweler’s building at 500 S. Washington was robbed.
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Police say Haystead kicked through the dry wall to enter the building. After being interviewed by a Royal Oak detective, Haystead confessed to taking the tools, according to police.
Haystead, who has a lengthy criminal record, faces a charge of breaking and entering with intent. Magistrate Judith A. Holtz arraigned him in Oakland County Circuit Court. A $25,000 bond was issued. Haystead’s next court date is to be determined.
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