Montreal Police Make Arrest in Presidents Cup Golf Apparel Theft

United States team member Scottie Scheffler tees off on the first hole during second round foursome match at the Presidents Cup golf tournament at Royal Montreal Golf Club in Montreal, on Sept. 27, 2024. The Canadian Press/Frank Gunn

Montreal police say they’ve arrested a man in connection with the theft of tens of thousands of dollars in golf merchandise tied to the Presidents Cup PGA Tour being held this week in the city.

Police say that on Sept. 20 and Sept. 21 a person entered a downtown Montreal hotel and stole numerous official items and clothing “from a major golf tournament.”