(KNZA)--A Topeka man has been arrested in connection with a Jackson County vehicle burglary and theft of property.

Sheriff Tim Morse says the burglary occurred at about 1:00 Saturday afternoon in rural Mayetta and within the hour the suspect, 30-year-old Todd Gordon Severt, Jr., was taken into custody by Jackson County Sheriff's Office investigators at a Topeka pawn shop.

Morse says the stolen property that was allegedly found in the possession of Severt was recovered.

Severt was transported and booked into the Jackson County Jail on burglary and felony theft charges.

The Topeka Police Department assisted.

Morse reminds residents not to leave valuables and firearms in their vehicles, and to make sure to remove their keys and lock their vehicles.