Bail is set at $1000 recognizance for a 29-year-old Manitowoc man after allegedly taking a woman’s vehicle claiming it was his.
Aaron M. Melius is charged with Operating a Vehicle Without the Owner’s Consent.
MPD Officers were sent to a home in the 1900 block of Rankin Street Tuesday night and spoke with the homeowner who said the vehicle belonged to her daughter which was verified by the registration paperwork provided.
Melius allegedly took the keys from his mother while she was sleeping telling officers he made payments and also paid insurance on it.
Melius’ mother said that her daughter gave permission, not Melius, to use the vehicle with both parties deciding to press charges against him.
Conditions of bail are that Melius have no contact with the victims-not drive a vehicle without a valid driver’s license and report to MPD for photos and prints within 72 hours of release.
His initial appearance is scheduled for November 4th at 10:30 a.m.
