KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement investigating a series of package thefts in the Kansas City area have arrested 41-year-old Matthew T. Robinson of Excelsior Springs.
Last week, the Clay County, Missouri Sheriff's office asked for help to locate a second suspect in a string of Kansas City area package thefts that took place over the Thanksgiving holidays and the weekend that followed. On Wednesday, the sheriff's office reported Robinson's arrest.
He has now been charged with one count of felony theft and one count of felony possession of a controlled substance in the case.
These are the same charges faced by his accomplice, 24-year-old Kayley Worthington. She was arrested Monday and remains in custody. At the time of her arrest Robinson was at the home but managed to escape.
Robinson has numerous other warrants for his arrest, as well. If you know where Matthew Robinson is, please call the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS (8477) You can remain anonymous and get a cash reward through Greater Kansas City Crime Stoppers.
Detectives have now identified 12 victims, but many of the stolen items recovered remain unclaimed. Clay County residents who had a package stolen last week are urged to make a report with their local police department.