WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WHCU) – A Chemung County man is facing charges after stealing a vehicle in Watkins Glen.

Watkins Glen Police responded to Third Street around 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6, 2023, for a report of a stolen vehicle. Officers advised dispatch to relay information from their report to surrounding counties.

New York State Troopers located the vehicle a short time later in nearby Steuben County. After a brief pursuit and crash, the suspect was taken into custody. He was identified as 33-year-old Albert Jones, of Millport, New York.  Jones is facing charges from the New York State Police and is also on parole in the state.

Charges out of Watkins Glen are pending. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is asked to contact the Watkins Glen Police Department by email.

Email – Sergeant@watkinsglen.us