Social media and the public helped solve a theft in Thamesville.
Yesterday Chatham-Kent police released the image of a man taking a gas tank from a convenience store on Victoria St. Saturday afternoon.
The image was widely shared on social media and say family and friends recognized the suspect.
Police say as a result a 51-year-old man returned the gas tank to its rightful owner.
The victim was happy with the quick resolution and no charges were laid.