Troopers charge local resident in Lewis County unauthorized vehicle use case

WATSON- An unauthorized use of a vehicle case in Lewis County has resulted in a charge filed against a local resident.

On Monday night, the New York State Police (Lowville) arrested and charged Alex James Vandewater, 31, of Lowville, NY with one misdemeanor count of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle (w/out owner’s consent).

According to Troopers, this charge stems from a complaint filed late Monday afternoon in the town of Watson.

At press time, police said that Vandewater was issued with an appearance ticket. Meanwhile, authorities added that an investigation was still pending.

There were no further details provided.

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