A man wanted for breaking into cars across six states is now behind bars in Montgomery County, according to a report by FOX 26. His arrest ended a run of vehicle break-ins that authorities say stretched across state lines.
Investigators say Lenard Baker targeted vehicles from Tennessee to Texas. The break-ins spanned a wide stretch of the country as the case moved between states.
Among the incidents was a recent break-in at a local YMCA, according to investigators. That case was part of the string of vehicle burglaries tied to Baker.
A tip from Alabama officers helped local authorities close in on the suspect. Acting on that information, Montgomery County deputies worked to locate Baker.
Deputies tracked Baker to a nearby Target parking lot, according to the report. When they moved in, he tried to drive away.
Deputies got Baker to safely stop his car and took him into custody. The arrest brought the multi-state case to a close in Montgomery County.
Baker now faces multiple charges, including burglary and fleeing from officers. He is being held as the case moves forward.