‘Prolific’ burglary, auto theft suspect arrested as Colorado Springs police continue investigation into smash and grabs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – Police in Colorado Springs have arrested a teen they said is a “prolific burglary and auto theft suspect” as they continue to investigate several smash and grab burglaries of vape shops over the past year.

According to CSPD, investigators learned the location of the suspect, 18-year-old Ryan Vigil, the morning of Dec. 31. Officials said those investigators with the burglary unit then started an operation to take Vigil into custody alongside the Tactical Enforcement Unit, K9 Unit, Drone Unit, and the Motor Vehicle Theft Unit.

Police said they followed Vigil after he walked from his residence to a stolen vehicle that had been stashed at a nearby apartment complex. According to CSPD, when officers tried to make contact, Vigil fled on foot, but was apprehended by a K9.

Authorities said Vigil was taken into custody on a felony warrant related to burglary, theft and criminal mischief, as well as new charges related to motor vehicle theft and resisting arrest.

As of Wednesday afternoon, Vigil was still in custody in the El Paso County jail.

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