‘Porch pirate’ is arrested

Chase Alan Basham

One porch pirate in Van Buren Township is facing criminal charges following his arrest last week.
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Chase Alan Basham, 36,of Belleville, in connection with multiple thefts that occurred between 1 and 2 p.m. Dec. 18. It is alleged that Basham stole personal property from porches of several private residences in Van Buren Township.
He has been charged with: one count of larceny - $200-$1000, seven  counts of larceny under $200, and eight counts of package theft, all misdemeanors.
Basham was arraigned  Dec. 20 in 34th District Court in Romulus and received $10,000 or 10 percent bond. His pre-trial date was scheduled for today, Jan. 2.