TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) - Authorities in Tempe say they’ve arrested a man accused of buying and selling stolen bicycles.
Tempe police say they received information that 46-year-old Rey Genaro Aguilar allegedly was purchasing and then selling stolen bicycles, many of which were being transported to Mexico.
Detectives served a search warrant at Aguilar’s home Tuesday and reported finding more than 50 bikes and bicycle parts.
Police say Aguilar told them he purchased about 20 bicycles a week for $15 to $100 apiece and knew they were probably stolen.
They say Aguilar is being held on suspicion of trafficking in stolen property. It wasn’t immediately clear Wednesday if he has a lawyer.
Police say they’re trying to identify the owners of the recovered bicycles.
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