Amador County – The Jackson Police Department has arrested an Ione man as the result of an ongoing investigation on the theft and vandalism of area newspaper stands in the early morning hours of November 23rd. Phillip Bach, 41, a resident of Ione, was identified as the suspect with the help of newspaper employee Barbara Fincham, a Sutter Creek resident who witnessed the theft while walking his dog, and Ione Police Sergeant Rocky Harpham. “With the description of the suspect and his vehicle provided by Fincham and the dog walker, Harpham was instrumental in identifying Bach,” according to a press release from the JPD. On December 6th, Jackson Police Officer Mike Collins observed Bach driving in Jackson and arrested him on an outstanding arrest warrant. The release said “the subsequent probation search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a .22 caliber pistol beneath the front passenger seat and Bach’s arrest for being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. “ Bach was later arrested for additional charges, including felony grand theft and vandalism in connection with the newsstands. JPD said burglary tools and other evidence linking Bach to the newsstands had also been found in Bach’s vehicle. During questioning, Bach confessed to his involvement in the theft and vandalism of the newsstands. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.