A woman wanted in connection with the alleged theft of a vehicle in Jones County was taken into custody in Wayne County on Saturday, officials said.
Officials said anonymous tips led deputies to a stolen 2016 Volkswagen Jetta and later to the suspect, identified as Lisa Crews.
Crews was taken into custody Saturday and is being held at the Jones County Adult Detention Facility on a $10,000 bond, officials said.
The vehicle is being returned to its owner, officials said. Law enforcement agencies often rely on public tips and intercounty cooperation to recover stolen vehicles and to locate suspects, a process that can shorten investigations and reduce losses for victims.
This arrest highlights the role of community reporting in policing and the ongoing efforts by local deputies to address vehicle thefts. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
