5/21/13 - A Jackson man charged with stealing catalytic converters is now wanted locally after failing to appear in court. A bench warrant was issued for 32-year-old Jeffrey Kern Monday after he failed to appear in Livingston County Circuit Court. Judge David Reader also revoked his bond, and records showed he earlier posted 10% of a $50,000 bond that was set. Kern is charged with larceny of $1,000 or more and receiving and concealing stolen property. He was arrested with 23-year-old Heather Anders on January 28th after officers patrolling the area near Michaelâs Auto Salvage in Howell discovered 13 catalytic converters along Lucy Road that had been stolen off cars within the junkyard, along with saws and other tools. Anders was sentenced earlier this month to jail and probation for her role as the alleged getaway driver. (JM)
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