RYE, NY (May 9, 2023) — Elvis A. Hopkins, 42, of Providence, RI, was arrested by City of Rye Police Officers for Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. The arrest came after a resident reported the driver of a suspicious vehicle on Forest Ave in the area of the Playland Parkway.
Upon stopping the vehicle, the officers investigated and found that the vehicle had been reported stolen earlier in the day to the Cranston Rhode Island Police Department. Hopkins was charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property 4 degree, a class E Felony, and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 3 degree, a Misdemeanor.
After being processed, Hopkins was released with an appearance ticket returnable to Rye City Court on May 16, 2023. It is important to note that booking charges are merely accusations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
The City of Rye Police Department encourages residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. Thanks to the resident’s report, the officers were able to recover the stolen vehicle and arrest Hopkins, preventing any further criminal activity. The department reminds everyone to cooperate with law enforcement officers in their efforts to maintain public safety and order.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was generated by ChatGPT based on a Rye PD press release.