2 Detroit-Area Men Charged in Alleged Macomb County Work Truck Theft Ring

Suspects accused of targeting work vehicles across 3 counties before their arrests.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 8:55pm

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Two 27-year-old men from Detroit and Harper Woods have been charged in a multi-county theft ring targeting work trucks. The duo allegedly broke into at least 17 work vehicles in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties, with one suspect pulling a gun on a victim during one of the thefts.

Why it matters

Work truck thefts can have a significant impact on small businesses and tradespeople, disrupting operations and leading to financial losses. This case highlights the coordinated efforts of local law enforcement to crack down on organized criminal activity targeting commercial vehicles across multiple jurisdictions.

The details

Andrew Walker and Deanote Lindsey are accused of breaking into work vehicles in driveways and commercial lots, stealing property. During one alleged theft, a victim tried to stop the suspects, leading one to pull a gun on the victim. The men face charges including armed robbery, conducting a criminal enterprise, and assault with a dangerous weapon.

  • On January 29, Andrew Walker was arraigned.
  • On February 2, Deanote Lindsey was arraigned.
  • A probable cause conference for both men is scheduled for February 9.

The players

Andrew Walker

A 27-year-old man from Detroit who was arraigned on January 29.

Deanote Lindsey

A 27-year-old man from Harper Woods who was arraigned on February 2.

Peter Lucido

The Macomb County Prosecutor who announced the charges against Walker and Lindsey.

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What they’re saying

“I want to commend the members of the Macomb Auto Theft Task Squad, the Clinton Township, St. Clair Shores, Roseville, and Warren Police Departments, the Macomb FBI Violent Crimes Taskforce, and the Troy Special Investigations Unit. Your coordinated efforts appear to have removed two alleged violent and brazen criminals from the streets and disrupted an alleged criminal enterprise.”

— Peter Lucido, Macomb County Prosecutor (mlive.com)

What’s next

The judge will decide on February 9 whether to allow Walker and Lindsey out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the impact of organized work truck thefts on local businesses and the importance of multi-jurisdictional law enforcement cooperation to disrupt criminal enterprises targeting commercial vehicles.