Man Arrested With Stolen Property After Trying To Run From Police

MATTHEWS, NC — A 34-year-old man is facing charges after police say he tried to run from officers, and was in possession of stolen property.

Police responded to a suspicious person call around 3:35am Wednesday on English Knoll Drive. Officers say Phillip Cammidge was located at the scene and attempted to run. After a brief foot chase, officers say they arrested Cammidge and found several stolen items nearby.

The stolen items included a bicycle, tools, and electronics.

Investigators some of the goods have been linked to several victims, and Cammidge is being charged as the suspect in those crimes.

Cammidge is currently charged with Resist, Obstruct, and Delay of an Officer. Officials say additional warrants will be issued in connection to those larcenies.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call Officer Josh Burnett at 704-841-6761.