LPS say suspect arrested while wearing Mayor's Chain of Office
London police have arrested a man in the downtown core after being seen wearing the stolen Mayor’s Chain of Office.
Around 9:40 a.m. Wednesday, police say a man was seen leaving City Hall after concealing the historical ‘Chain of Office’ under his clothing.
Police were notified and given a description of the man who was also identified through video surveillance.
Around 11:15 p.m., police arrested the suspect in the downtown core while wearing the chain.
A 33-year-old man has been charged with one count of theft over $5,000.
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in London court on Dec. 6.
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