GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — Glendale police say a man is facing multiple felonies after allegedly stealing expensive golfing equipment in a string of thefts at two sporting goods stores in October. He’s suspected in similar crimes throughout the Valley.

Authorities said Connor Joseph Burgess, 31, was arrested on Nov. 25 on accusations of organized retail theft, tampering with physical evidence and possession of a narcotic.

According to court paperwork, the investigation began when officers first called out to the PGA Tour Superstore near 73rd Avenue and Bell Road on Oct. 10.

At the time, police learned that a man, now identified as Burgess, walked up to the display area and took six Ping brand drivers, worth about $620 a piece, while making “no effort to pay” for the clubs, the documen

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