Police arrest suspect in stolen vehicle with baby on board

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a theft of auto incident involving a baby left in a child safety seat that occurred yesterday evening in southeast Edmonton.

On Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2015 at approximately 5:45 p.m. police responded to a report of a stolen vehicle that was allegedly left running with the keys in the ignition and was occupied by an eight-month-old female infant in a parking lot in the area of 82 Avenue and 89 Street. A last known direction of travel of the suspect and vehicle was broadcast to all police officers and was quickly located by a Canine Unit member.

The suspect vehicle was located at a fast food restaurant in the area of 87 Avenue and 109 Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop, located the unharmed infant who was still in the car seat, and apprehended the suspect without incident.

James Bachnick, 23, was arrested and charged with theft under $5,000, criminal flight, possession stolen property, and breach of conditions (x2).

The Child at Risk Response Team is still investigating the file. No charges have yet been laid against the parent.

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