Residents say the suspects resemble actor Ashton Kutcher and KFC founder Colonel Sanders. (Newport Beach Police Department / August 3, 2011) |
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (KTLA) -- The search is on for two thieves in the Newport Beach area described as Colonel Sanders and Ashton Kutcher look-a-likes.
Residents of Villa Balboa report that some 15 bicycles have been stolen from subterranean parking lots around the complex in recent months. The crimes are said to have occurred during the early morning hours.
Safety committee members reviewed surveillance footage and noticed the suspects resemble actor Ashton Kutcher and 'Kentucky Fried Chicken' founder, Colonel Sanders, The Daily Pilot first reported..
The so-called "Colonel Sanders" suspect appears to be older than 50, heavyset with a goatee and carrying a cane. Kutcher's look-a-like is described only as having black hair and a dark jacket.
Residents also noticed a Ford Explorer with a handicap parking placard and a "Support the Troops" bumper sticker driving around when the thefts occurred. A license plate was not fully visible.
The suspects are also accused of testing door handles of parked cars in the area.
Police say residents should register their bicycles so that they can be returned if they're recovered as stolen property.
A free licensing, home security and bike safety event was planned at the Newport Pier between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Wednesday, the Pilot reports.
Residents of Villa Balboa report that some 15 bicycles have been stolen from subterranean parking lots around the complex in recent months. The crimes are said to have occurred during the early morning hours.
Safety committee members reviewed surveillance footage and noticed the suspects resemble actor Ashton Kutcher and 'Kentucky Fried Chicken' founder, Colonel Sanders, The Daily Pilot first reported..
The so-called "Colonel Sanders" suspect appears to be older than 50, heavyset with a goatee and carrying a cane. Kutcher's look-a-like is described only as having black hair and a dark jacket.
Residents also noticed a Ford Explorer with a handicap parking placard and a "Support the Troops" bumper sticker driving around when the thefts occurred. A license plate was not fully visible.
The suspects are also accused of testing door handles of parked cars in the area.
Police say residents should register their bicycles so that they can be returned if they're recovered as stolen property.
A free licensing, home security and bike safety event was planned at the Newport Pier between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Wednesday, the Pilot reports.
