A man from South Jordan, Utah has been charged with stealing thousands of dollars of climbing and other gear from exhibitors at last month's Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, according to a report in the Salt Lake City Tribune.
Security spotted the 32-year-old man walking through the Salt Palace without credentials after the convention had closed for the night, carrying a backpack and two duffel bags filled with climbing gear and clothing worth about $3,100, according to charges filed Thursday in 3rd District Court.
He faces one third-degree felony count of theft and two misdemeanor counts of theft.
Black Diamond, Big Agnes, C.A.M.P. and Metolius all reported gear, including cams and harnesses, was stolen from their booths during the show last month, although it was unclear from the newspaper report what gear the suspect carrying.
