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GPS tracking technology built into the iPhone saves the day again, locating the Roxbury residence of its thief.

A man contacted Boston police and made them aware that security footage at his place of business captured the moment his iPhone 4 was stolen, amongst other things.  Using the GPS tracking technology standard on the iPhone, he was able to pinpoint the location of the phone inside a Roxbury apartment complex.

Upon arriving at the address police were led to, the victim was instructed to send a text message to the phone alerting the suspect of police presence outside of his apartment.  They waited, and were rewarded with the sweet sound of the phone alerting the thief of the incoming text.  The thief (in apparent disbelief) cracked open his door and upon seeing authorities promptly slammed the door in their faces.

Despite being told not to, the owner of the apartment allowed police to enter, who recovered everything that had been taken except for the phone.  As it turns out, the missing iPhone was thrown out the window as soon as authorities arrived at the home – the result of a panicked thief.

52 year-old Malcolm Williams was charged with larceny over $250 and malicious destruction, as well as a warrant that was outstanding for entering without breaking.

Article Written by Khristen Foss