A man suspected of burglarizing two businesses in a community outside of Fairbanks was identified after calling a cab to unlock his car so he could retrieve his keys.
North Pole Police Chief Steve Dutra says 27-year-old Joseph Michael Barria was recorded by surveillance January 6 loading stolen items from a laundry and fitness business into his vehicle.
The tools, stereo equipment, and other property is estimated to be worth about $6,000.
After moving his car closer for easier loading the video shows a cab show up to unlock the vehicle.
Barria’s cell phone number and name was obtained by police from the cab company.
On Wednesday, Prosecutors filed criminal charges of burglary, felony theft, and misdemeanor mischief charges against Barria.
A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
