Teen Arrested After Police Find Stolen Car and Firearm in Erie, Facing Criminal Charges

A teenage boy is confronting criminal charges after Erie police discovered a group of individuals in a stolen vehicle, along with a recovered firearm, in the early hours of Wednesday. The stolen vehicle, a 2022 Kia Soul, was observed by a city police patrol officer shortly after 12:30 a.m., Wednesday, in the 1700 block of Parade Street, as reported by Deputy Chief Rick Lorah. The car was stopped in the 2200 block of Ash Street, where  police found an 18-year-old man, a 17-year-old boy, and three 16-year-old boys inside.

Stolen Vehicle and Recovered Firearm

The 2022 Kia Soul had been reported stolen earlier that week. Following a search of the vehicle, officers located a gun inside, which had also been reported as stolen. The 18-year-old was found with an outstanding warrant and was promptly taken into custody. Furthermore, one of the 16-year-old boys confessed to stealing the Kia near Mercyhurst University a few days prior. This individual now faces charges, including theft and receiving stolen property, under a juvenile allegation, as stated by Lorah.