MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man accused of stealing from a boat and his wife, who was wanted for forgery, were both busted by the Memphis Police Department Harbor patrol last week.

On Aug. 22, John Waldrop, 39, was taken into custody and charged with burglary after allegedly stealing copper from a boat in the 1300 block of Second Avenue.

MPD said shortly after that, the harbor patrol and North Main Station located his wife, Amber Waldrop, 41.

Amber was wanted in Arkansas on a Forgery Warrant. • Courtesy: MPD • Courtesy: MPD

MPD stated that its harbor patrol unit is on the water every day, ensuring the safety of the Mississippi River and its surrounding areas.

So far this year, the harbor patrol has made two felony arrests, issued 48 citations, made four rescues, provided five boat assists

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