A teenager who allegedly attempted to steal a car from the Sunnyvale park-n-ride had the brakes put on his plans after Police showed up.
°Â²¹¾±³Ù±ð³¾²¹³Ù¨¡ West Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Kelly Farrant, says officers were out patrolling yesterday morning at local park-n-rides due to recent reports of vehicle and number plate thefts.
While in the area, a report of a person breaking into a vehicle came through.
¡°Officers responded immediately, blocking in the vehicle in question and taking the young person into custody.¡±
Inspector Farrant says a 13-year-old male was arrested and has been referred to Youth Aid Services.
¡°It was fantastic work by our local staff, patrolling recent hot spots and acting quickly to hold those responsible to account.
¡°Thanks also to the public and our partners for calling 111 when they saw suspicious activity.?
¡°Police take all crime seriously and work hard to be in the right place at the right time to prevent crime and harm.¡±?
ENDS.
Holly McKay/°µÍø½ûÇø