On Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2015 at approximately 5:45 p.m. police responded to a report of a stolen vehicle that was allegedly left running with the keys in the ignition and was occupied by an eight-month-old female infant in a parking lot in the area of 82 Avenue and 89 Street. A last known direction of travel of the suspect and vehicle was broadcast to all police officers and was quickly located by a Canine Unit member.
The suspect vehicle was located at a fast food restaurant in the area of 87 Avenue and 109 Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop, located the unharmed infant who was still in the car seat, and apprehended the suspect without incident.
James Bachnick, 23, was arrested and charged with theft under $5,000, criminal flight, possession stolen property, and breach of conditions (x2).
The Child at Risk Response Team is still investigating the file. No charges have yet been laid against the parent.