2 charged after Flock cameras stolen, damaged on Halloween night in St. Louis County

FLORISSANT, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Two men are facing charges after police said they stole and damaged at least five Flock cameras while in costume on Halloween night.

Caleb Melton, 18, and Logan Williams, 19, each face five counts of first-degree property damage and four counts of stealing, according to court records.

The Florissant Police Department said that the two men stole and damaged multiple Flock cameras across Florissant and Hazelwood on Halloween night.

A probable cause statement said home surveillance cameras recorded the two driving up to a Flock camera in a pickup truck. The costumed men then exited the truck, removed the camera and left the scene with it.

Other Flock cameras then captured the same pickup truck in areas where other cameras were damaged or stolen, according to the probable cause statement. Law enforcement served a search warrant and found parts of the Flock camera.

The statement said Williams not only admitted to stealing five Flock cameras, but also claimed responsibility for at least 20 other Flock camera thefts and acts of damage on Halloween night.

The Florissant Police Department said the police investigation was a joint effort with the Hazelwood Police Department.

“This case highlights the dedication and persistence of Florissant Police Department investigators and the importance of strong partnerships among law enforcement agencies,” Florissant police said. “We remain committed to protecting our communities, holding those responsible for criminal activity accountable, and ensuring justice is pursued for the victims.”

Melton and Williams are held on $75,000 bond at the St. Louis County Jail.