Mt. Carmel Man Foiled In Attempt To Hide Stolen Car Jack In Baby Stroller

On 6/18/2020, Mt. Carmel Police cited Thomas E. Fugate, age 31, of Mt. Carmel, for Theft. Officers were investigating the theft of car jack that had been stolen from outside a residence in the 300 block of West 4th Street. Fugate was observed taking the jack by a witness. Fugate was later located in the 200 block of West 3rd Street while pushing a baby stroller. Fugate was placed under arrest and the jack was located inside the stroller. Fugate was issued a Notice to Appear and court and was released.

File Photo: Wabash County Jai

File Photo: Wabash County Jai