People v. Spinelli

The People appeal from an order suppressing a warrantless seizure of a stolen 1967 “ International ” truck located in open and plain view on the defendant’s business prem*65ises. The defendant has heen indicted for criminal possession of the stolen property (the truck) in the first degree (Penal Law, § 165.50).

In September, 1971 the hijacking of two trucks was reported to the F. B. I. in New York City. A specific description, including information as to make, model, colors, markings, size, weight, year of manufacture, license plate number and vehicle identification number was provided for each…