Police arrest delivery van theft suspect with support from K9 officer

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 25-36101

Police arrest delivery van theft suspect with support from K9 officer  

A Windsor Police K9 officer helped track down a suspect who allegedly stole an unoccupied delivery van.  

Shortly after 10 a.m. on April 16, 2025, police responded to a report of a motor vehicle theft in the 1900 block of McKay Avenue. An investigation revealed that a delivery driver had parked his van and left the engine running while he dropped off a parcel at a nearby residence. While he was at the home’s door, an unknown man jumped into the van and sped off.  

That afternoon, the stolen white van was found abandoned near a wooded area in the 2300 block of South Cameron Boulevard. With the assistance of K9 Link, officers searched the area and located the suspect a short distance away hiding behind trees.  

Christopher James Vollans, 34, was arrested and charged with theft of a motor vehicle and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.  

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. Anonymous tips can be provided to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.