By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY
Salina Post
A teen boy who reported himself in connection with burglary in west-central Salina now faces multiple requested charges in the case.
A 68-year-old Salina man told police that his brother-in-law had been keeping an eye on his property in the 800 block of Windsor Drive while he was away. On Sunday, the brother-in-law informed him that his 2012 Chevrolet Traverse was missing from the driveway, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester reported this morning. No one had permission to drive the vehicle.
Additionally, it was discovered that firearms had been taken from a gunsafe in the residence. It is believed that entry was gained through a pet door.
At approximately 10:40 p.m. Sunday, police received a phone call from a 14-year-old boy who said he knew where the vehicle and guns were, Forrester noted.
The vehicle, which was undamaged, was located at Indian Rock Park. Officers responded to the teen's residence where they recovered multiple rounds of ammunition, gun accessories, a Cugir AK-47 style rifle, a Century Arms Tantal AK-47 style rifle, and a Ruger 10-22 rifle, Forrester reported. Total value of the items stolen was estimated at $19,000.
The boy was arrested on the following requested charges, according to Forrester.
●Three counts of felony theft of a firearm
●Felony theft of a motor vehicle
●Theft