The more I hear about this idiot the more it seems like he is doing as much stupid shit he can to distract people. Classic thievery, pay attention to the left hand while the right hand is in your pocket.
That's how a family died here in Manitoba a few years ago.. their "guy" dropped them off a little ways from the border for them to hoof it the rest of the way... Rcmp found them later frozen in a field. Worst part is they had an 11 year old and a baby with them.
Jeez that's a heavy price to pay, but I'm happy it worked out for them. I've lived in Mb most of my life and wouldn't want to pull that stunt in the middle of our winters.
I stick mine to the side of the fridge with old hard drive magnets when not in use.