Raleigh County Busts Car Thief | Charleston News

Raleigh County deputies arrested 48-year-old Michael Ayers in a brazen string of thefts—charging him with grand and petit larceny plus two burglaries after he allegedly stole a car, ice, gift cards, and even a chainsaw. The bust began Monday when officers responded to a stolen vehicle report, leading them to Ayers and the missing car in Beckley. They spotted him again Tuesday during another burglary probe, finding jewelry and gift cards tied to more stolen goods. Ayers admitted to taking the vehicle, and the chainsaw was returned to its owner. With West Virginia State Police assisting, Ayers is now jailed at Southern Regional Jail with a $250,000 bail. While the suspect’s actions caused chaos, justice is moving forward as stolen items are recovered and victims may finally get some closure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7b86c1dcacee637b