Man arrested following ‘reprogramming’ car theft in Oakville

Police say a man is facing charges in connection with a “reprogramming” car theft in Oakville.

Halton police say that around 10 p.m. on Nov. 29, officers were called to a home in the Neyagawa Boulevard and Ashdown Road area after a Mercedes SUV was stolen from a resident’s driveway.

Police allege that two suspects were seen in the stolen vehicle and fled before police arrived.

The suspects did not enter the home and allegedly used a reprogramming technique to access and drive the car.

Reprogramming thefts involve manipulating keyless and push-start technology to steal higher-end vehicles without needing the actual keys.

Police say that after “utilizing a variety of investigative techniques,” officers found the vehicle in Toronto around 11:30 p.m.

A 38-year-old Toronto man named Sean Paszkowski-Brown was charged with possession of property obtained by crime, theft of a motor vehicle and driving while under suspension.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

A second suspect remains outstanding and is described as a male last seen wearing black clothing and a black mask.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation, including any security or dash cam video from the area between the hours of 9:30 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. is asked to contact the 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777 ext. 2216