An ATV theft in Quesnel was thwarted by the quick reporting of a neighbour.
The homeowner reported the theft at a neighbouring home while it was still in progress, prompting police in to action.
Quesnel RCMP quickly set up a perimeter and were able to locate the suspect with assistance from Prince George RCMP after they had abandoned the now damaged ATV.
The ATV was recovered, the suspect was arrested, and an investigation is on-going.